Admissions Recruiter – Part Time

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Develop and sustain a network of connections with church leaders, youth pastors, and denominational representatives throughout the designated region, regardless of denomination or faith tradition.

• Forge and expand partnerships with community colleges to facilitate transfer-student pathways, including articulation agreements and on-campus recruiting visits.

• Nurture relationships with counselors and staff at both Christian and non-Christian/public high schools to establish trust as a reliable resource for college guidance.

• Travel frequently within the assigned area to represent the University at churches, schools, community colleges, and college fairs.

• Organize and implement recruitment events and presentations tailored to various partner types (church youth groups, transfer fairs, school assemblies, etc.).

• Professionally represent the University across social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, podcasting) in a manner that positively reflects on the institution.

• Maintain consistent communication with prospective students and referral partners throughout all stages of the admissions process.

• Monitor and report on relationship-building activities and their impact on enrollment using University CRM/admissions systems.

• Assist in assessing the effectiveness of regional partnerships and adapt strategies to achieve enrollment objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A solid understanding and appreciation of Christian higher education, with the ability to build authentic rapport with partners from diverse faith backgrounds.

• A Bachelor's degree is required.

• Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills — this position primarily revolves around earning trust with churches, schools, and colleges.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills suitable for diverse audiences (congregations, classrooms, fairs).

• Self-driven and adept at independently managing a large, geographically dispersed network of contacts.

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including evenings and weekends.

• Creative, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented in a sales-focused recruitment environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM/admissions software.

• Comfortable and responsible in representing the University through social media.

• Applicants must have authorization to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Supportive and inclusive work environment.