Assistant Director of Recruitment

Assistant Director of RecruitmentThe University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Retzky College of Pharmacy seeks a Director of Constituent Engagement. The Retzky College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and the #11 college in the US ranked by US News & World Report. More information about the College can be found at pharmacy.uic.edu.Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Recruitment provides leadership for the Retzky College of Pharmacy's recruitment and enrollment efforts. This position collaborates with the Assistant Dean and Senior Director of Student Affairs to develop and implement strategic recruitment initiatives, supervises student peer advisors and ambassadors, and utilizes data-informed approaches to meet enrollment goals. The Assistant Director serves as a key representative of the College while fostering relationships with prospective students, educational partners, and other stakeholders. This position can be based at either the UIC Chicago or Rockford campuses.Duties & Responsibilities: Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and assessment of the College's recruitment, marketing, and yield strategies to support enrollment goals for the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), graduate, and the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) programs. Collaborate with the Assistant Dean and Senior Director of Student Affairs to identify recruitment priorities, establish measurable goals, evaluate outcomes, and recommend continuous improvements.Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students and key stakeholders, including parents, pre-health advisors, counselors, faculty, alumni, healthcare organizations, and community partners. Represent the College at local, regional, and national recruitment events, professional meetings, and outreach activities designed to expand recruitment pathways and enhance enrollment opportunities as well as increase awareness of pharmacy career opportunities.Manage a comprehensive portfolio of recruitment activities by coordinating campus visits, information sessions, open houses, interview days, accepted student programs, virtual events, and other initiatives that support prospective students throughout the enrollment process.Serve as a primary resource for prospective students regarding admissions requirements, academic preparation, and career opportunities in pharmacy.Supervise and coordinate student recruitment personnel, including peer advisors, pharmacy ambassadors, and other student representatives. Provide training, mentorship, scheduling, and performance oversight to ensure effective engagement with prospective students and successful execution of recruitment and admissions initiatives.Analyze recruitment, admissions, and enrollment data to assess the effectiveness of recruitment efforts, identify trends and opportunities, prepare reports for college leadership, and support data-informed decision making. Monitor applicant pipeline activity and recommend strategies to improve applicant conversion, yield, and enrollment outcomes.Support admissions and enrollment management through participation in admissions and interview processes, contribution to policy and process improvements, and collaboration with faculty and staff to enhance prospective student experience.Assist with administrative functions of the recruitment program, including budget management, strategic planning, program assessment, event oversight, committee participation, and special projects.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeMinimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education admissions, recruitment, enrollment management, student affairs, advising, counseling, marketing, or a related fieldDemonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating recruitment or enrollment initiativesDemonstrated experience supervising, training, mentoring, or coordinating student employees, staff, volunteers, or peer leadersExcellent oral, written, interpersonal, and public speaking skillsStrong organizational, project management, and leadership skillsDemonstrated ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and use assessment findings to guide decision-makingDemonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholdersDemonstrated commitment to working effectively with diverse populations and creating inclusive recruitment practicesAbility to independently manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and initiate projectsFrequent travel, including overnight travel during peak recruitment periods, and regular travel between the Chicago and Rockford campusesMust possess a current and valid driver's licensePreferred Qualifications:Master's degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, Enrollment Management, Counseling, Communication, Health Professions Education, Business Administration, or a related fieldFive (5) or more years of experience in higher education recruitment, admissions, enrollment management, or student affairsKnowledge of CRM systems, enrollment analytics, and recruitment technologiesWorking knowledge of university admissions, enrollment, academic policies, and student success initiativesMembership or involvement in professional organizations such as NACAC, IACAC, AACP, or related associationsExperience recruiting for professional or graduate programs, particularly within the health professionsThe University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. 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