About this role
Job title: Admissions Counselor
About the Role The Admissions Counselor supports IIT's Undergraduate Admissions team by identifying and recruiting prospective undergraduate students within a defined Chicago-based territory. The role uses data-driven planning, outreach, and relationship-building to support enrollment goals, and involves extensive travel, weekend and evening work, and both in-person and virtual activities.
What You'll Do
- Manage all aspects of recruitment for an assigned Chicago territory, developing and executing a strategic plan based on data analysis, historical trends, and institutional priorities.
- Cultivate relationships with high school counselors, community-based organizations, students, and families through school visits, college fairs, presentations, and individualized follow-up.
- Evaluate undergraduate applications for admission per policies and holistic review practices; assess academic records, personal essays, recommendation letters, and other materials.
- Plan and participate in outreach initiatives including school visits, college fairs, workshops, and on- and off-campus events; maintain engagement records and analyze application/yield data.
- Collaborate with campus partners and enrollment teams to meet enrollment goals; demonstrate professional communication and judgment.
- Travel extensively throughout the year; work flexible hours including weekends and evenings; perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree required; 0-2 years’ experience.
- Excellent public speaking, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Highly organized, goal-oriented, able to multi-task, and with strong leadership abilities.
- Knowledge of admission and recruitment software; experience with CRM systems preferred.
- General knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, social media, and presentation software.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment; strong time management and flexibility for travel.
Nice to Have
- CRM experience or familiarity with admissions/recruitment technologies beyond the basics.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $40,000 – $45,000 per year (USD).
- Benefits eligibility includes IIT’s competitive benefits package.