Admission Counselor - Specialized Initiatives

Admission Counselor - Specialized Initiatives

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Admission Counselor - Specialized Initiatives

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Join a dynamic team that's helping students from all walks of life, from all over the globe, change their futures. In this multifaceted admission role at Illinois College, you'll connect with adult learners returning to college through flexible online programs, international students excited to study in the heart of the Midwest, and transfer students eager to finish strong on an engaged campus. Every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact as part of a community dedicated to student success. If you're energized by variety, passionate about access to education, and love working with people, this role offers the chance to grow your skills while helping others reach their goals.

Essential Functions

The following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.

• Provide excellent customer service to prospective students, families, and other stakeholders as they seek to learn about the value of an Illinois College education
• Act as manager for assigned student populations to realize an assigned recruitment goal
• Meet weekly goals for counselor-initiated completed contacts
• Respond to in-person, phone, and electronic admissions inquiries in a timely manner and at times that are appropriate for different time zones (domestic and international)
• Work a flexible schedule to include some evenings and weekends
• Review applications for admission and scholarships
• Assist with on- and off-campus recruiting events and conduct information sessions
• Engage in overnight travel (possibly abroad), representing IC
• Provide enlightened hospitality to create lasting connections with prospective students, families and other stakeholders
• Work with others to execute initiatives such as recruitment events, program management, communication flow, and other activities that support enrollment goals
• Work with IC colleagues to ensure timely student visa processing and system compliance
• Collaborate with the Director of Specialized Admission Initiatives on efforts related to international, transfer, and online students' transition to college life

Qualifications

Additional Job Details

Job Title : Admission Counselor - Specialized Initiatives

Department : Admission

Reports to : Director of Specialized Admission Initiatives

Status

Full Time, 12 month, Salary

Date Last Revised : July 2025

Pay Information : $43,000 - $48,000

Benefits Information : To view benefit information related to this position, please visit https : / / www.ic.edu / humanresources / benefits

About Illinois College

Illinois College is a residential, private liberal arts college located in the heart of Illinois, 70 miles northeast of Saint Louis, Missouri, and 30 miles west of Springfield, the capital of Illinois. True to its founding vision in 1829, Illinois College is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service, fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.

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Entry level

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Full-time

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Education and Training

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Higher Education

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