Deputy Dean of Admissions and Director, Access, Affordability and Inclusion

Department
 

ESA Undergraduate Admissions - Group 1

About the Department
 

The Office of College Admissions has a staff of over 40 people. They manage marketing to and recruitment of prospective students as well as the admissions process for first year and transfer students into The College, and summer programs for high school students. The Office of College Admissions is a forward-facing department often providing the first impression of UChicago to visitors in-person and virtually as well as telephonically and via email engagement. Of its several schools and departments, The College is the single-largest entity and this office is responsible for bringing to campus a class of students with a diverse set of backgrounds who are prepared to take on rigorous academics while engaging with the University, surrounding neighborhood, and city of Chicago. http://www.collegeadmissions.uchicago.edu.

Job Summary
 

College Admissions manages a year-round suite of College admissions programs designed to recruit and yield a diverse group of the world’s best and brightest students. Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President and Dean of College Admissions, the Deputy Dean of Admissions and Director, Access, Affordability and Inclusion serves as a key member of the Admissions leadership team. This position is responsible for designing implementation strategies for leadership priorities across multiple teams of Admissions staff.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment with a record of success in complex, decentralized environments where collaboration and coalition-building are critical to success.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a departmental expert on issues of affordability, access, and inclusion.
• Leads admissions partnerships with community-based organizations, local governments and University stakeholders to recruit the very best and brightest applicants to the University of Chicago.
• Designs implementation strategies for admissions goals and priorities set by AVP and University leadership.
• Works closely with AVP and senior leadership team members on admissions planning and office strategy.
• Manages strategic planning and goal-setting in areas of expertise.
• Builds relationships and assesses outcomes to determine ROI.
• Supports admissions efforts by reviewing applicants for admission in assigned territory.
• Liaise with various University partners including Odyssey working group, Center for Identity and Inclusion (OMSA/LGBTQ/SSS), Dean of Students Office, College Center for Student Success (CCSS), Office of Civic Engagement, Student Care Team.
• Manages a domestic or international territory and is the primary evaluator of applications for admission from those territories and serves as members of the admissions committee.
• Managing the territory includes conducting high school visits, attending college fairs, and hosting presentations either virtually or by travel to the territory. Territory travel may last 4-6 weeks over the course of a year.
• Coordinates staff among various teams across the department, division, and University to appropriately execute programs and initiatives.
• Serves as a senior leader to the department and an advisory role to the Dean of Admissions.
• Delivers information sessions, specialized presentations, and participates in virtual and on-campus events for prospective students.
• Responds to inquiries via phone and email providing a positive experience for all who interact with department.
• Develops operational plans to develop and execute admissions strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Manages the planning and implementation of public presentations, special events, and other recruitment activities.
• Manages managers and professional staff. Establishes performance goals, allocates resources and assesses policies for direct subordinates.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• University of Chicago alumni or selective liberal arts college alumni.

Certifications:

• Valid United States driver’s license.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of SLATE CRM.

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