Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor

Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor

Position Title:

Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor

Department:
Admissions

Division:
Enrollment Management and Marketing

Supervisor

Title:

Associate Dean for Graduate Admissions

Status:
Full Time Regular

Salary Range: $54,000

Position Summary:

The Graduate Recruitment and Partnerships Counselor supports the growth and visibility of North Central College’s graduate programs. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Graduate Admission, this full‑time position leads outreach, recruitment, and partnership‑building efforts for a select group of graduate programs.

Description of

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Graduate Admission to design and implement a comprehensive outreach and recruitment plan that meets graduate enrollment goals.
• Manage a caseload of prospective students, ensuring timely communication, personalized guidance, and consistent follow‑up from inquiry through matriculation.
• Conduct recruitment through individual meetings, group sessions, school district visits, webinars, and participation in external and internal recruitment events.
• Review and evaluate student admission applications.
• Research and identify new audiences and partnership opportunities with K–12 districts, professional organizations, and community partners to promote programs.
• Collaborate with the Graduate Communications and Systems Specialist to design, schedule, and analyze targeted CRM‑driven campaigns and track engagement data.
• Support development of marketing and recruitment materials (digital and print) in partnership with the Enrollment Marketing.
• Plan and assist with the coordination of on‑campus and virtual recruitment events, including information sessions, open houses, and yield activities.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen relationships with school district leaders, alumni, and other stakeholders to build sustainable recruitment pipelines.
• Represent North Central College and its initiatives at conferences, professional association events, and education fairs.
• Support and contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of North Central College, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and student‑centered environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the College’s mission, vision and values, and contribute to the advancement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public presentation skills.
• Strong relationship‑building and networking skills, particularly with educators, district leaders and other community partners.
• Experience with recruitment, outreach, or admissions in higher education preferred.
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Recruit, Salesforce) or database management tools.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across academic and administrative units.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills with attention to follow‑through.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and character‑based education.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel regionally as needed.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Counselor plays a key role in expanding partnerships, developing communication strategies, and providing exceptional engagement and support to prospective students throughout the recruitment and enrollment process.

Education / Training:

Experience:

Two or more years of experience in recruitment, admissions, or partnership development, preferably in higher education or K‑12 outreach.

Licenses or

Certifications:

A valid Illinois driver’s license and acceptable driving record is required.

Is This a Temporary Position?:
No

Employment

Conditions:

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s…