Loyola University Chicago is hiring an Admissions Counselor. The role involves managing recruitment activities for prospective freshmen, including strategic planning of high school visits and college fairs, communicating with students and families about the application process, making admission decisions, and representing the university at various events while fostering relationships with school counselors.
Highlights
Manage recruitment of prospective freshmen through targeted high school and college visits.
Communicate daily with prospective students and families about admissions and enrollment steps.
Represent Loyola University Chicago at programs, high school days, and community colleges.
Build and maintain relationships with high school and community college counselors.
Make timely admission decisions on applicants and participate in recruitment, yield, and orientation events.
Requires basic computer knowledge and a valid driver's license.
Must be able to travel with nights and weekends, and carry approximately 40 lbs for recruitment materials.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one year of related experience required.
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As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title | ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR Position Number | 8101494 Job Category | University Staff Job Type | Full-Time FLSA Status | Exempt Campus | Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Department Name | UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS Location Code | UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS (02022A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? | No Duties and Responsibilities | Responsible for all aspects regarding the recruitment of prospective Freshmen to Loyola University Chicago (LUC). As a Territory Manager, the Admission Counselor establishes a strategic approach with the guidance of the Senior Team to ensure all targeted High School visits, College Fairs, and other recruitment events are attended and evaluated.
Informs prospective Students and their families of the educational opportunities available at Loyola University Chicago. Manages daily communications with prospective Students and families in regards to the Application process and steps that lead to enrollment. Represents the University at various programs, High School visit days and at Community Colleges. Builds effective relationships with High School Counseling Staff and Community College Counselors. Actively engages in appropriate organizations for the purpose of recruiting new Students to Loyola. Makes timely admission decisions on applicants to LUC. Participates in recruitment, yield and orientation events hosted at LUC. Performs other duties as required. Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Demonstrative ability to understand multicultural perspectives as it applies to student recruitment. Ability to articulate the value and mission of a Jesuit education. Team player who has the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment. Ability to articulate the benefits of a Jesuit education. Spanish fluency is a plus but not required. Ability to work independently with little supervision. Must have a valid Driver’s License. Ability to travel with nights and weekends. Ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing for extended periods. Ability to carry approximately 40 lbs of material for recruitment and programming.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience | Bachelor’s Degree in related field, with one year of related experience. Licenses: Valid and current Driver’s License. Qualifications | A valid Driver’s License is required. Certificates/Credentials/Licenses | N/A Computer Skills | Basic Computer Knowledge Supervisory Responsibilities | No Required operation of university owned vehicles | No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? | No Physical Demands | Lifting, Carrying, Standing Working Conditions | Irregular Hours Open Date | 01/23/2025 Close Date | Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate | $50,000/ann Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate | $45,000/ann Special Instructions to Applicants | As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed. About Loyola University Chicago | Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy. Quick Link for Posting | https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/30813
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