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DePaul University

Job Identification: 978
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Job Schedule: Full time
Job Category: Student Services

The Highlights:

The Admissions Counselor, under the direction of the Associate Director of Transfer Admission, is responsible for executing targeted recruitment activities and strategies designed to attract and enroll an undergraduate population of the projected enrollment plan to the university. The Admissions Counselor will manage an assigned territory and/or student group, counsels prospective students and families about admission criteria and other critical factors in the educational decision process, assists in evaluating transcripts and transferable credit, and hosts admission recruitment events both on and off campus.

What You'll Do:

• The Admissions Counselor manages an assigned territory as follows: Conduct student advising appointments on and off campus, information sessions, open houses and admission events, correspond with prospective students, parents, college counselors, alumni, etc. Ensures timely follow-through on communication by initiating and answering phone calls, correspondence and inquires from prospective students and their families and other constituents.
  
• The Admissions Counselor manages data and maintains appropriate documentation regarding student contact with inquiry/prospect/applicant pool for assigned territory and/or student group through the customer relations management system (CRM), Slate.
  
• The Admissions Counselor maintains a working knowledge of university information, organization, opportunities and policies. Additionally, cultivates working relationships with university colleges, departments, counselors and advisors as well as establish community contacts in order to enhance customer service and satisfaction.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned
  

What You'll Need:

• A bachelor's degree is required.
  
• Experience working in higher education or admission/recruitment setting, preferred.
  
• Valid driver's license.
  
• Routinely lift more than 25 lbs (recruitment materials)
  
• Periodically spend time standing at college fairs and recruitment activities
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Residency in the Chicagoland area is required.
• Position requires a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. Travel between DePaul campuses (Loop and Lincoln Park) is required and to community colleges in and around the Chicagoland area.
• Position requires some evening and weekend work, as needed.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

Required COVID-19 Vaccination:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent upon receiving all recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, including the booster, or having a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated. To request a religious or medical exemption, please email employeerelations@depaul.edu.

Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act

Title IX Contact Information
Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX responsibilities. The Title IX Office is on the Lincoln Park campus on the 3rd floor of the Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Avenue. The Title IX Office can be reached at 312-362-8970 or titleixcoordinator@depaul.edu.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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