Assistant Director of First- Outreach - Office of Strategic Recruitment and Outreach

Assistant Director of First-Year Outreach - Office of Strategic Recruitment and Outreach

Hiring Department:
Office of Strategic Recruitment and Outreach

Location:

Chicago, IL USA

Requisition

Posting Close Date: 8/6/2026

Salary:
The budgeted salary range for the position is $60,000 to $64,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The Assistant Director of First-Year Outreach provides leadership and oversight for first-year recruitment strategy, territory management, and daily outreach operations. This role supervises recruitment staff, ensures effective execution of outreach activities, and drives data-informed decision-making to meet enrollment goals.

The position plays a critical role in translating institutional enrollment priorities into actionable recruitment strategies, optimizing territory performance, and ensuring a high-quality, consistent experience for prospective students and families.

• Recruitment Strategy & Territory Management – Implement first-year recruitment strategies aligned with institutional enrollment goals. Partner with colleges and internal stakeholders to align outreach efforts and messaging. Analyze enrollment and funnel data (prospect applicant admit enroll) to identify opportunities and adjust strategies. Evaluate and refine territory assignments, travel plans, and school engagement strategies. Establish clear performance expectations and goals for assigned territories and staff.
• Outreach Operations & Execution – Oversee day-to-day outreach operations, including recruitment calendar planning and execution. Ensure effective coverage and coordination of recruitment activities (high school visits, fairs, events, virtual engagement). Monitor operational effectiveness of recruiter performance on front-line engagement channels (appointments, phone, email, events). Ensure consistent use of CRM systems (e.g., Slate) for activity tracking, communication, and reporting. Maintain data integrity and ensure accurate coding of recruitment activities.
• Data, Reporting & Performance Management – Develop and monitor reports to assess outreach effectiveness, staff productivity, and territory performance. Use data to inform decision-making, improve efficiency, and optimize recruitment outcomes. Identify trends in student engagement and enrollment behavior to guide strategy adjustments. Support development of dashboards and reporting tools in collaboration with Recruitment Operations.
• Staff Supervision & Development – Supervise, coach, and evaluate recruitment staff to ensure strong performance…