Associate Director Master's Admissions

Department ESA International Admissions

About the Department

The Office of College Admissions has a staff of over 40 people, most of whom are Admission 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, summer programs for high school students, and select master’s admissions programs. The Admissions Office 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.

This Office is 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.

The ideal candidate for this position will draw on knowledge and experience of the admissions process to support the work of Enrollment and Student Advancement related to admissions for a master’s degree. Associate Directors 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 staff members 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.

• Manages an admissions portfolio and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission related to a specific subject area and/or territory.
• Each Associate Director will have ownership of a portfolio of projects related to master’s admissions with a high level of authority. Portfolios may include marketing and communications, admissions operations, programming and events, strategic partnerships, working with current student employees, and more.
• Recruits and/or evaluates applicants for master’s admission by interviewing, reading applications, and summarizing evaluations. Completes these tasks independently or with some guidance and instruction from others.
• Establishes and manages partnerships with external constituencies, including colleges and universities worldwide, to build a robust pipeline of talented candidates into UChicago master’s programs.
• Delivers information sessions and specialized presentations, as well as participates in virtual and on‑campus events for prospective master’s students.
• Conducts college and university visits, attends college fairs, and hosts presentations either virtually or by travel. Admissions travel may last 4‑6 weeks over the course of a year.
• Maintains relationships with all individuals involved in the recruitment process, including routinely counseling students and parents regarding the admission process. Responds to inquiries via phone and e‑mail, providing a positive experience for all who interact with the department.
• Weekend and evening availability is expected throughout the year for some aspects of the position including application review, travel, and admissions events.
• May manage student workers and/or full‑time staff.
• Expands outreach messaging via alumni clubs and special events and/or reunions.
• Maintains updated alumni contact records and cultivates new contacts in appropriate industries.
• Manages portfolio of prospective students that require special handling.
• Manages regional event programming such as receptions and career trek field trips for students.
• Works independently to expand outreach to employers in the region.
• Performs other related work as needed.

• Education:
  
  Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
• Work Experience:
  
  Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5‑7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Certifications:
  
  None specified.
• Technical Skills or Knowledge:
  Familiar with Microsoft Office;
  Familiar with Slate CRM.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree or higher.
• Certifications:
  
  Valid United States driver’s license.
• Competencies:
  
  Excellent verbal and written communication;
  Presentation skills;
  Customer service…