North Central College
Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor
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Naperville, IL
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Full-Time
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$54K
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Enrollment
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March 3rd, 2026
CRM
Salesforce
Edtech.com's Summary
North Central College is hiring a Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor. This full-time role focuses on supporting the growth and visibility of the college's graduate programs by leading outreach, recruitment, and partnership-building efforts. The Counselor manages prospective student relationships, designs recruitment plans, collaborates on marketing initiatives, and represents the college at various events.
Highlights
- Collaborate on outreach and recruitment strategies to meet enrollment goals.
- Manage prospective student communications and guidance from inquiry to matriculation.
- Conduct recruitment via meetings, events, webinars, and school district visits.
- Review and evaluate graduate student admission applications.
- Develop partnerships with K–12 districts, professional organizations, and community groups.
- Use CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Recruit, Salesforce) to create and analyze targeted campaigns.
- Assist in planning on-campus and virtual recruitment events.
- Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred with 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Salary starting at $54,000 with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition waiver.
- Requires valid Illinois driver’s license and ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and regional travel.
Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor Full Description
Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor
Position Information
Posting Number | S000940
Position Title | Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor
Department | Admissions
Division | Enrollment Management and Marketing
Supervisor Title | Associate Dean for Graduate Admissions
Status | Full Time Regular
Salary Range | $54,000
Position Summary | The Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor supports the growth and visibility of North Central College’s graduate programs. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Graduate Admission, this full-time position leads outreach, recruitment, and partnership-building efforts for a select group of graduate programs.
Description of Key Responsibilities | Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Graduate Admission to design and implement a comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan that meets graduate enrollment goals. Manage a caseload of prospective students, ensuring timely communication, personalized guidance, and consistent follow-up from inquiry through matriculation. Conduct recruitment through individual meetings, group sessions, school district visits, webinars, and participation in external and internal recruitment events. Review and evaluate student admission applications. Research and identify new audiences and partnership opportunities with K–12 districts, professional organizations, and community partners to promote programs. Collaborate with the Graduate Communications and Systems Specialist to design, schedule, and analyze targeted CRM-driven campaigns and track engagement data. Support development of marketing and recruitment materials (digital and print) in partnership with the Enrollment Marketing. Plan and assist with the coordination of on-campus and virtual recruitment events, including information sessions, open houses, and yield activities. Establish, maintain, and strengthen relationships with school district leaders, alumni, and other stakeholders to build sustainable recruitment pipelines. Represent North Central College and its initiatives at conferences, professional association events, and education fairs. Support and contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of North Central College, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered environment. Perform other related duties as assigned.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public presentation skills. Strong relationship-building and networking skills, particularly with educators, district leaders and other community partners. Experience with recruitment, outreach, or admissions in higher education preferred. Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Recruit, Salesforce) or database management tools. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across academic and administrative units. Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with attention to follow-through. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and character-based education. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel regionally as needed.
Distinguishing Characteristics | The Counselor plays a key role in expanding partnerships, developing communication strategies, and providing exceptional engagement and support to prospective students throughout the recruitment and enrollment process.
Education/Training | Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience | Two or more years of experience in recruitment, admissions, or partnership development, preferably in higher education or K–12 outreach.
Licenses or Certifications | A valid Illinois driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Is This a Temporary Position? | No
Employment Conditions | An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position Title | Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor
Department | Admissions
Division | Enrollment Management and Marketing
Supervisor Title | Associate Dean for Graduate Admissions
Status | Full Time Regular
Salary Range | $54,000
Position Summary | The Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor supports the growth and visibility of North Central College’s graduate programs. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Graduate Admission, this full-time position leads outreach, recruitment, and partnership-building efforts for a select group of graduate programs.
Description of Key Responsibilities | Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Graduate Admission to design and implement a comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan that meets graduate enrollment goals. Manage a caseload of prospective students, ensuring timely communication, personalized guidance, and consistent follow-up from inquiry through matriculation. Conduct recruitment through individual meetings, group sessions, school district visits, webinars, and participation in external and internal recruitment events. Review and evaluate student admission applications. Research and identify new audiences and partnership opportunities with K–12 districts, professional organizations, and community partners to promote programs. Collaborate with the Graduate Communications and Systems Specialist to design, schedule, and analyze targeted CRM-driven campaigns and track engagement data. Support development of marketing and recruitment materials (digital and print) in partnership with the Enrollment Marketing. Plan and assist with the coordination of on-campus and virtual recruitment events, including information sessions, open houses, and yield activities. Establish, maintain, and strengthen relationships with school district leaders, alumni, and other stakeholders to build sustainable recruitment pipelines. Represent North Central College and its initiatives at conferences, professional association events, and education fairs. Support and contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of North Central College, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered environment. Perform other related duties as assigned.
OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan. Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public presentation skills. Strong relationship-building and networking skills, particularly with educators, district leaders and other community partners. Experience with recruitment, outreach, or admissions in higher education preferred. Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Recruit, Salesforce) or database management tools. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across academic and administrative units. Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with attention to follow-through. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and character-based education. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel regionally as needed.
Distinguishing Characteristics | The Counselor plays a key role in expanding partnerships, developing communication strategies, and providing exceptional engagement and support to prospective students throughout the recruitment and enrollment process.
Education/Training | Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience | Two or more years of experience in recruitment, admissions, or partnership development, preferably in higher education or K–12 outreach.
Licenses or Certifications | A valid Illinois driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.
Is This a Temporary Position? | No
Employment Conditions | An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.
Number of Vacancies | 1
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement | North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources. Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Additional Information | The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and training.
North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance Health and dependent care savings plans Employer-paid life, AD&D and disability group insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee assistance plan resources Tuition waiver for full-time employees, spouse and dependent children Generous paid time off plans, including 3 weeks vacation to start 15 paid holidays per year, including 5 days during NCC Winter Break Free access to campus health center, fitness and athletic facilities, and library
Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Additional Information | The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and training.
North Central College provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: All-inclusive medical, dental and vision group insurance Health and dependent care savings plans Employer-paid life, AD&D and disability group insurance 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions Employee assistance plan resources Tuition waiver for full-time employees, spouse and dependent children Generous paid time off plans, including 3 weeks vacation to start 15 paid holidays per year, including 5 days during NCC Winter Break Free access to campus health center, fitness and athletic facilities, and library
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you authorized to work in the US?
- YES
- NO
- * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for work authorization?
- YES
- NO
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
North Central College
30 North Brainard Street, Naperville, IL 60540
630.637.5757
humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu
30 North Brainard Street, Naperville, IL 60540
630.637.5757
humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu
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