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ESA Undergraduate Admissions - Group 3
About the Department
The Office of College Admissions has a staff of over 40 people, most of
whom are Admissions Counselors. They manage marketing to, and
recruitment of, prospective students as well as the admissions process
for first year and transfer students into The College, and summer
programs for high school students. The Office of College Admissions is a
forward-facing department often providing the first impression of
UChicago to visitors in-person and virtually as well as telephonically
and via email engagement. Of its several schools and departments, The
College is the single-largest entity and responsible for bringing to
campus a class of students with a diverse set of backgrounds who are
prepared to take on rigorous academics while engaging with the
University, surrounding neighborhood, and city of Chicago. For more
information please visit: http://www.collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu.
Job Summary
This is an entry level position supporting the work of the Office of
College Admissions. Admissions Counselors are expected to work well both
individually, and in teams, to problem solve, manage projects, and act
as a positive representative of the University of Chicago. All
Admissions Counselors act as a first line of engagement for prospective
students and manage general recruitment and application review
responsibilities in addition to managing other projects within various
teams.
Responsibilities
- Manages a domestic or international territory and is the primary
evaluator of applications for admission from those territories and
serves as members of the admissions committee.
- Managing the territory includes conducting high school visits,
attending college fairs, and hosting presentations either virtually
or by travel to the territory. Territory travel may last 4-6 weeks
over the course of a year.
- Delivers information sessions, specialized presentations, and
participates in virtual and on-campus events for prospective
students.
- Responds to inquiries via phone and e-mail providing a positive
experience for all who interact with the Department.
- Reviews applications of first year, transfer, and summer program
applications.
- Each Admissions Counselor will have additional responsibilities in
the office, which may include working with current student
employees; low-income, under-represented, and first-generation
applicants; print and web publications; social media, programs and
events, and more.
- Weekend and evening availability is expected throughout the year for
some aspects of the position, including application review, travel,
and admissions events.
- Travels and recruits in an assigned geography, assisting with
planning and delivering public presentations, special events, and
other recruitment activities.
- Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the
recruitment process, including routinely counseling students and
parents regarding the admission process.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor\'s degree or on track to graduate with a bachelor\'s degree
by June 2024.
- University of Chicago alumni or selective liberal arts college
alumni.
Experience:
- A minimum of one year of relevant experience.
Certifications:
- Valid United States driver\'s licens .
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of Slate CRM.
Preferred Competencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Presentation skills.
- Customer service skills.
- Maintain confidentiality.
Working Conditions
- Work will take place in an office setting and remotely during
work-related travel, on and off-campus events, and application
review season.
- Some travel needed.
- Anticipated start date of June 2024.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
- References Contact Information (3)(required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.
Job Family
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay F