Assistant Director, Student Recruitment and Admissions

Department

Booth Admissions, MBA Programs: Student Recruitment

Job Summary

The Assistant Director is a key member of the Full-Time MBA Student Recruitment and Admissions team, which coordinates all facets of the applicant experience for prospective and admitted students. In addition to participating in recruiting activities and the application evaluation process, the Assistant Director supports the execution of yield initiatives, event programming, and student record management during pre-matriculation.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an integral member of the Admissions Committee. Conducts student recruitment, evaluation, and yield activities. Duties include reading and evaluating applications; traveling domestically and internationally; and attending and hosting various recruiting and yield events.
• Supports the Associate Director in the execution of annual yield strategy and programming, from the point of admission through matriculation.
• Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of virtual and in-person yield-related events, including collaborating with other team members, student volunteers, and school partners as needed.
• Conducts administrative processing and management of student records during pre-matriculation period. Responsibilities include tracking and verifying incoming student documentation, managing enrollment checklists, and communicating with students to ensure timely completion of required steps.
• Contributes to management of communications and outreach to admitted and incoming students, including updating online resources and communication materials.
• Recruits and/or evaluates applicants for admission by interviewing, reading applications and summarizing evaluations. Completes these tasks independently or with some guidance and instruction from others.
• 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.

Work Experience

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications: Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree.

Experience

• Background in higher education.

Technical Skills or Knowledge

• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Google applications (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms).
• Familiar with Slate CRM tool and Zoom functionality.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Professional demeanor including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
• Proven record of successful time management and organizational skills.
• Execute administrative responsibilities with high attention to detail and productivity.
• Handle multiple tasks and work streams simultaneously, meet strict deadlines, and possess a self-motivated disposition.
• Work both independently and successfully as a member of a team. Develop effective relationships across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions

• This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
• Participate in domestic and international recruitment travel.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Additional information

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

• Job Family
• Student Affairs & Services
• Role Impact
• Individual Contributor
• Scheduled Weekly Hours
• 37.5
• Drug Test Required
• No
• Health Screen Required
• No
• Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
• No
• Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range $58,000.00 - $68,500.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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