Admissions Counselor - Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Duties Responsibilities Recruitment Outreach Serve as the dynamic and friendly face of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Present the Illinois brand positively and appropriately in every interaction with students and staff, embodying its values and ethos. Empower and guide both domestic and international prospective students, applicants, parents, and secondary school guidance counselors with comprehensive counsel and insights into Illinois’ offerings and admissions processes. Understand and communicate nuances of international education curriculums, English proficiency policies, and other international recruitment necessities as needed. Craft and execute targeted recruitment and outreach plans in line with Illinois’ strategy to attract a diverse and talented applicant pool. Attend high school visits, college fairs, and other specialty events representing the Illinois brand and presenting to attendees. Engage and motivate students to explore and enroll at Illinois by actively participating in and maintaining interactive communication through email, telephone, and on-campus visits. Forge collaborative partnerships with admissions, college, and departmental teams to orchestrate impactful recruitment events within designated travel regions, leveraging collective strengths for maximum outreach and impact. Forge strategic partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, and relevant external stakeholders to expand outreach efforts and create mutually beneficial collaborations. Admissions Operations Recruitment Support Read and evaluate admissions applications, using a holistic view of each applicant to make decisions that align with our campus’s enrollment targets. Assist with admissions operational functions. Engage in developing and executing communication campaigns, search committees, and various on-campus initiatives. Actively participate and contribute to relevant professional organizations. Join various admissions-related projects and tasks as assigned.