What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admission Counselor position at Roosevelt University?
Position Title
Admission Counselor
Category
Administrative
Position Number
Posting Number
S0001258
Location
Hybrid - Chicago/Schaumburg
Open Date
04/04/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled?
Yes
Job Type
Full-Time
Working Hours
Position Summary
Do you love discussing goals and possibilities with students? Do you enjoy problem solving and working in a collaborative team setting? Are you interested in building a professional network at schools across Chicago-land? If so, Roosevelt University is seeking an Admission Counselor who will strengthen our partnerships throughout Chicagoland, and help take our team to the next level. Roosevelt University has a social justice foundation, and our admissions team strives towards equity and creating access for students of all backgrounds.
This position reports to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions. A hybrid position based at our Chicago or Schaumburg campus, there is an expectation that the Counselor would be on campus 2-3 days per week, depending on the time of year.
This position reports to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions. A hybrid position based at our Chicago or Schaumburg campus, there is an expectation that the Counselor would be on campus 2-3 days per week, depending on the time of year.
The Admission Counselor’s primary responsibility is to guide prospective students and families through the application process, which includes meeting with prospective students, families, and school partners to assess academic eligibility, discuss academic offerings, and inform individuals of the Roosevelt student experience. The Counselor will manage an assigned territory of partner schools, serving as the primary point of contact for assigned school partners. The Counselor will travel and attend in-person or virtual events to recruit prospective students, and will review applications for admission. Counselors also serve as an initial point of contact for post-admission processes to supplement other offices like Financial Aid Services, Academic Advising, or other student support services to ensure successful matriculation of transfer students.
Roosevelt University offers many great benefits. Please review our benefits in further detail by clicking this link: https://rooseveltu.touchpointsonline.com/
The salary range for this position is $46,000-48,000 depending on experience.
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 regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.
Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- A bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
- A minimum of 1-year experience working in admissions/enrollment.
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
- Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences.
- Ability to manage relationships both externally and within Roosevelt University.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to navigate personal and potentially difficult conversations and situations with care and tact. Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion when working with prospective students, family and school partners.
- Self-starter and ability to prioritize independently.
- Excellent organizational, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
- A positive and professional demeanor.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to service excellence by embodying Roosevelt’s core values, mission, and vision in every aspect of the role working with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Experience with database systems like a CRM or SIS to input and access individualized and general information related to recruitment and enrollment.
- Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Valid driver’s license and/or means to travel for recruitment.
- Some proficiency in speaking Spanish preferred
Years of Experience Required
1
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Certification/Licensure Required
Minimum Qualifications
Please refer to knowledge, skills and abilities above.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Operated
Working Conditions
Standard climate and noise controlled office environment. Role is mostly sedentary and requires frequent use of wrists for typing, as well as extended time using computer. Extended hours may be required during periods of high volume. Regional travel to and from recruitment events may be required.
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Departmental Contact Information
Salary : $46,000 - $48,000
