Admissions Counselor

A bachelor's degree required. --Two (2) to (4) years of combined experience in corporate recruiting, project management, event planning, public relations, sales, marketing and business development required. Preference given to candidates who have experience in college admission or in a university setting. --Measurable project management experience and evidence of progressive responsibility strongly preferred. --This role will serve as a liaison with either the College of Communication or the College of Education. Candidates who have prior experience in, or knowledge of, the education or communications fields of study or practice, strongly preferred. ---Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals (faculty, staff, students, etc.). ---Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. ---Experience and competence with Microsoft Office (particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint), as well as ---Slate CRM (or similar database systems), as well as comfort with a variety of computer-based management tools, etc. ---Ability and willingness to learn new systems and processes. ---Excellent communication and listening abilities; persuasive and negotiation skills, strong professional writing, public speaking, interpersonal and public relations skills. ---Accurate judgment coupled with good decision-making ability in normal and emergency situations. ---Excellent organizational and collaboration skills to oversee numerous projects at the same time. ---Ability to participate in a fast-paced, creative, change-oriented and success-driven environment. ---Strong recruitment, sales, and customer service skills combined with a strong work ethic and a goal-oriented, self-motivated approach toward achieving consistent results. ---Some evening and weekend work will be required. Occasional travel is required.

Perks:

Working for a stable and well-known University.

Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Retirement plan matching contribution of 8%.

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!

Full-Time Benefits

Vincentian Mission: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.