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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 benefits 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.
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
Position Number
8100957
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.
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
- Professional experience within a college or university with knowledge of admission and financial aid processes desired.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Demonstrate ability to understand multicultural perspectives as applied to student recruitment.
- Demonstrate experience with multicultural event programming and outreach events.
- Presentation, word processing and spreadsheet software; use of Docfinity, Technolutions Slate, PeopleSoft, and Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
- Ability to articulate the values and mission of a Jesuit institution.
- Team player who has the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
- Spanish fluency is a plus but not required.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Must have a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
- Ability to travel with nights and weekends required.
- No difficulties standing for long periods of time.
- Ability to carry approximately 40 lbs of materials for programming and recruitment.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
- Valid Driver’s License Required
Computer Skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.
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
04/13/2023
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. 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 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.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/24403
We are Chicago's Jesuit, Catholic University-a diverse community seeking God in all things and working to expand knowledge in the service of humanity through learning, justice and faith.
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