Admissions Manager

Department: Kellogg Admissions and Fin Aid
Salary/Grade: EXS/5

Job Summary

The Admissions Manager for the Kellogg Full-Time MBA program will serve as a key team member responsible for the successful planning and execution of events and other yield related activities across a portfolio of eight programs. In addition to being a member of the outreach team, this role also performs core admissions duties such as recruiting, interviewing, evaluating and yielding.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• Collaborate with the Senior Associate Director and Assistant Director of the outreach team to develop strategic plans and outreach initiatives.
• Plan and support on-campus and virtual events, including campus visits, class visits, preview day, and admitted student day.
• Participate in domestic and international recruiting events, including presenting to prospective students.
• Engage with key stakeholders such as student organizations, Academic Experience, Student Affairs and the Career Management Center to support key admissions initiatives.
• Serve as a Kellogg ambassador through all interactions with prospective students, alumni, faculty, staff and key stakeholders.
• Participate in all aspects of the selection process for the full-time programs, including interviewing candidates and evaluating applications.
• Support various administrative tasks, including maintaining databases, distributing marketing materials, organizing event packages.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and execute events and other initiatives to attract and yield prospective students.
• Participate in all aspects of the selection process for the Full-Time MBA program, including interviewing candidates, evaluating applications, and managing applicant pools.
• Collaborate with the broader Kellogg Admissions Team, cross-functional departments, cross-program staff, and key stakeholders (students, professors, alumni, etc.) to design, plan and implement strategies to attract, select and yield the highest quality MBA candidates.
• Run reports, design surveys, and analyze data to spot trends and identify opportunities.
• Assist with other projects, administrative duties and initiatives as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

• A bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience from which comparable skills and abilities may be acquired.
• Willing and able to travel domestically, internationally and work occasional evenings and weekends.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Passion for team-based work with clear dedication for fostering positive, collegial relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing tasks within a dynamic environment.
• Quality-driven and results-focused approach to work.
• Excellent public speaking skills and comfort with presenting to large groups.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)

• Two or more years of work experience.
• Experience in admissions or higher education.

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong project management skills.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $53,000 - $62,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

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We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:
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