Assistant Director Admissions (Dallas, TX)
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 2, 2024
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
ASST DIRECTOR ADMISSIONS
Position Number
8100031
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Off-Campus/Remote
Department Name
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
Location Code
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS (02022A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Director is responsible for all aspects regarding the recruitment of prospective freshmen (knowledge of transfer recruitment helpful but not required) in an assigned territory. As territory manager, the Assistant Director establishes a strategic approach with the guidance of the senior team to ensure all targeted high school are visited, college fairs and other recruitment events are attended and evaluated while following up with all prospects in regard to the application process and steps that lead to enrollment. Extensive travel is required.
- Works and travels within the southwestern regional geographic areas as assigned to inform prospective students and their families of the educational opportunities available at Loyola University Chicago by managing daily communications with prospective students and families and other constituencies.
- Represents Loyola at various programs including, but not limited to, high school visit days, college fairs, outreach activities, etc.
- Builds and maintains effective relationships with high school counselors and community college counselors.
- Actively engages and participates in appropriate professional organizations for the purpose of recruiting new students to Loyola and professional networking development.
- Reads application files and makes timely admission decisions on applicants to Loyola.
- Participates in recruitment, yield, and orientation events hosted on-campus and off-campus.
- Develops and executes programming for targeted groups, including college counselors, in major markets.
- Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor's degree in related field and three-five years of related admissions experience.
Qualifications
- Experience in recruitment and admission is required.
- Understanding of financial aid process is beneficial.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to form effective working relationships.
- Must be a team player with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload.
- Bilingual skills is beneficial but not required.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Must have the ability to articulate the values and mission of a Jesuit institution.
- This position is based in Dallas, Texas and requires residency in the Dallas area.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Must have a valid drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
Computer Skills
- Ability to use MS Office Suite and related recruitment software or programs.
- Experience with Technolutions/Slate and PeopleSoft is desirable but not required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
Lifting, Carrying, Standing
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefitscentered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/21337
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Details
Job Title
ASST DIRECTOR ADMISSIONS
Position Number
8100031
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Off-Campus/Remote
Department Name
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
Location Code
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS (02022A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Director is responsible for all aspects regarding the recruitment of prospective freshmen (knowledge of transfer recruitment helpful but not required) in an assigned territory. As territory manager, the Assistant Director establishes a strategic approach with the guidance of the senior team to ensure all targeted high school are visited, college fairs and other recruitment events are attended and evaluated while following up with all prospects in regard to the application process and steps that lead to enrollment. Extensive travel is required.
- Works and travels within the southwestern regional geographic areas as assigned to inform prospective students and their families of the educational opportunities available at Loyola University Chicago by managing daily communications with prospective students and families and other constituencies.
- Represents Loyola at various programs including, but not limited to, high school visit days, college fairs, outreach activities, etc.
- Builds and maintains effective relationships with high school counselors and community college counselors.
- Actively engages and participates in appropriate professional organizations for the purpose of recruiting new students to Loyola and professional networking development.
- Reads application files and makes timely admission decisions on applicants to Loyola.
- Participates in recruitment, yield, and orientation events hosted on-campus and off-campus.
- Develops and executes programming for targeted groups, including college counselors, in major markets.
- Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor's degree in related field and three-five years of related admissions experience.
Qualifications
- Experience in recruitment and admission is required.
- Understanding of financial aid process is beneficial.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to form effective working relationships.
- Must be a team player with the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload.
- Bilingual skills is beneficial but not required.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Must have the ability to articulate the values and mission of a Jesuit institution.
- This position is based in Dallas, Texas and requires residency in the Dallas area.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Must have a valid drivers licence and access to a vehicle.
Computer Skills
- Ability to use MS Office Suite and related recruitment software or programs.
- Experience with Technolutions/Slate and PeopleSoft is desirable but not required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
Lifting, Carrying, Standing
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefitscentered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/21337
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in related field?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have three-five years of related admissions experience?
- Yes
- No
- * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?
(Open Ended Question) - * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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