at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Assistant Director of Admissions - UIC Law
Assistant Director of Admissions - UIC Law
Hiring Department: UIC Law - Admissions
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025271
Posting Close Date: 6/28/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Admissions, the Assistant Director is responsible for executing targeted recruitment activities and strategies to engage and enroll each new intake of students to UIC Law. This includes, but is not limited to hosting virtual recruitment events, travelling to attend recruitment fairs and LSAC forums, deploying communication plans, supporting event planning, and providing general counsel to prospective students and applicants. The assistant director is also responsible for developing an in-depth knowledge of and ability to leverage the functionality of the team's CRM, reading files and recommending admissions decisions, and participating in the management and interpretation of data to improve process and results.
Duties & Responsibilities
Represent the UIC School of Law (UIC Law) at national and regional campus visits, law fairs, and law forums
Review and evaluate applicant files
Organize and host visits of undergraduate groups on campus
Conduct meetings with prospective and admitted students
Respond to general admission inquiries by telephone, email, and in-person
Coordinate and participate in Open House events and other outreach/recruiting activities
Recruit, manage, and train student ambassadors and run the Student Ambassador Program
Assist the Director of Admissions in advising international students on immigration matters
Monitor and update social media sites for the Office of Admissions
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required
At least one year of experience in admissions, enrollment management, or recruitment in a higher education environment
Experience in data management, organization, and analysis
Familiarity and facility with CRMs
Strong communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, present confidently, and carry out public speaking responsibilities as required
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Ability to periodically lift up to 25 pounds
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or JD preferred
Experience with law school admissions or administration
The salary range is $65,000-$72,000.
For fullest consideration, apply online https://jobs.uic.edu by the listed closing date. Include (upload) a .pdf copy of your letter of intent, current CV/resume, and the names of 3 references.
The University of Illinois Chicago and the State of Illinois offer competitive wages, benefit programs, and resources for employees. UIC is strongly committed to providing equitable benefit options throughout each stage of employment. Many benefits become effective on the first day of employment. Benefits offered by UIC include health care options, wellness programs, educational opportunities, tuition assistance, vacations, holidays and other leave benefits, and University retirement plans.... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
