Job Description:

• Manages domestic and/or international territory and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission from those territories and serves as members of the admissions committee.
• Manages the territory by 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 department.
• Reviews applications of first year, transfer, and summer program applications.
• Assists with specific international team initiatives including engagement with international student populations in Latin America, working with school counselors, and executing programming specific to international students.
• Other responsibilities may include: working with current student employees, with low-income, under-represented, and first-generation applicants, with print and web publications and social media, with 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.
• Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the recruitment process, including routinely counseling students and parents regarding the admission process.
• Participates in special projects such as developing marketing materials, monitoring budgets and recruiting underrepresented groups.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or on track to graduate with a bachelorâ™s degree by June 2022.
• University of Chicago alumni or selective liberal arts college alumni.

Experience:

• A minimum of one year of relevant experience.

Certifications:

• Valid United States driverâ™s license.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Slate CRM.
• Language skills (Spanish and Portuguese most preferred).

Preferred Competencies

• Cultural knowledge and experience of other countries (Brazil, Colombia, Peru most preferred).
• 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.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• References Contact Information (3)(required)

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