Assistant/Associate Director of Admission

The Assistant/Associate Director of Admission plays a leadership role in developing and implementing programs and activities designed to enroll new undergraduate students at Illinois College (IC). As a member of the Enrollment team, the assistant/associate director participates in a full range of recruitment and admission efforts including recruitment travel, group presentations, individual meetings, financial aid counseling, application review. Additionally, this position will take the lead on various admission strategy initiatives aligned to the strengths and interests of the successful candidate.

Essential Functions:
The following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.

• Counsel prospective students and their families as they seek to learn about the value of an Illinois College education.
• Act as Territory Manager for an assigned region within the US to realize an assigned recruitment goal.
• Meet weekly goals for counselor-initiated completed contacts. Respond to in-person, phone, and electronic admissions inquiries in a timely manner and at times that are appropriate for different time zones.
• Review applications for admission and scholarships.
• Assist with on- and off-campus recruiting events and conduct information sessions.
• Conduct follow-up with prospective students at times that are convenient for different domestic time zones
• Provide enlightened hospitality to create lasting connections with prospective students, families and school counseling staff.
• Take the lead on one or more projects supporting enrollment success, such as communication strategy, data analysis, social media, etc.
• Engage in College-wide initiatives to support student success, achieve strategic growth and build sustainable foundations.