Regional Admissions Recruiter - Chicago, IL

Job Description The University of Missouri Office of Admissions is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Student Recruitment Specialist to help us recruit the next generation of Mizzou Tigers. This position will reside in the Chicagoland area as one of three regional representatives for Mizzou’s Office of Admissions. You will manage the assigned recruitment territory to assist in achieving enrollment goals, provide information about Mizzou and the college planning process to prospective students, parents and high‑school counselors, and work as part of a fun and hard‑working team. The role requires a home‑based office in the Chicagoland area and a flexible schedule that includes nights and weekends. Responsibilities Independently managing your own recruitment territory, including building and executing a dynamic recruitment plan that blends proven tactics with creative outreach tailored to the market, reviewing and analyzing data to determine fairs and events to attend and schools to visit, and building a comprehensive plan to visit high schools, attend college fairs, make travel arrangements, and conduct visits. Cultivating strong relationships with high‑school counselors. Tracking interactions and analyzing data in Slate CRM, adjusting strategy based on successful programs and new opportunities. Working with Admissions leadership and marketing to design campaigns that resonate with families in the market. Engaging and collaborating with alumni chapters in the market to strengthen their involvement in recruitment activities and enhance the university’s presence. Help plan and host special recruitment events for prospective students in the market, collaborating with faculty, staff, and alumni to coordinate logistics. Informing prospective students and their parents about the University of Missouri’s academic programs, requirements, and life on campus, including attending on‑ and off‑campus programs. Communicating with prospective students, parents, and high‑school counselors and presenting to groups ranging from 20 to 300 people. Building relationships with prospective students and their families to share the Mizzou experience. Traveling to Mizzou’s campus for large recruitment events and training sessions; occasional overnight travel to other parts of the country may also be required. Shift 8‑5, Monday‑Friday with extensive evening and weekend hours required. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Preferred Qualifications Enthusiastic candidates who work well independently as well as in a team. Experience with presenting. Qualified candidates will possess the ability to prioritize and organize multiple work assignments simultaneously. Qualified candidates will be highly organized, detail‑oriented, and adaptable to change given the nature of the position. Qualified candidates will have experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and/or CRMs, including Slate. Knowledge of the University of Missouri campus and programs. Salary & Compensation Salary Range: $26‑$29 hourly. Grade: GGS‑008. University Title: Senior Student Recruitment Specialist. Benefits This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA Accommodations To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Missouri-Columbia