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Position Details

Position Details

Job Title ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR

Position Number 8102542

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

1. Responsible for all aspects regarding the recruitment of prospective freshmen to Loyola. 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.

2. 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.

3. Represents Loyola at various programs, high school visit days and at community colleges.

4. 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.

5. Makes timely admission decisions on applicants to Loyola.

6. Participates in recruitment, yield and orientation events hosted at Loyola.

7. Performs other duties as required.

   Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in related field, with one year of related experience. Licenses: Valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• 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 valid US Driver’s License

• Ability to travel with nights and weekends

• No difficulties standing for long hours

• Ability to carry approximately 40 lbs of material for recruitment and programming

  Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

n/a

Computer Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Suite. Preferably have knowledge in Technolutions Slate CRM

Supervisory Responsibilities No

Required operation of university owned vehicles No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No

Physical Demands Standing

Working Conditions Irregular Hours

Open Date 02/21/2024

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://www.luc.edu/diversityandinclusion/) . 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 benefits (https://cld.bz/c/sy7N6a?utm_medium=email&utm_source=transactional&utm_campaign=CldBz-Share-Collection) centered 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.

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