Specialist - Admissions

Characteristic Duties:

Meet recruitment objectives and assist in the enrollment goals as established by Harper College, the Director of Outreach and the Admissions Manager

Integrate and explain policies and procedures of all areas of enrollment services and other closely related areas to all new students. Be able to anticipate students’ needs by considering all aspects of the enrollment cycle. This position will provide this level of service in person, over the phone, and over email.

Works with students throughout the enrollment process and reviews information regarding career opportunities, program of study, placement, orientation and financial assistance.

Assists students in understanding their financial obligations and educating them on how Harper College, federal, state and third-party resources can provide assistance. May provide support for helping students complete financial aid and scholarship applications.

Utilizes critical thinking, problem solving and experience with student issues to be proactive in addressing potential student concerns, identifying potential barriers within the student enrollment process and initiating steps resulting in resolution.

Makes referrals to faculty, counselors, program coordinators, campus support services, or other resources as needed.

Collaborates closely with key Harper College departments including the Academic Affairs, Admissions Processing, Counseling, Onestop and Financial Aid to assure effective student enrollment matriculation.

Participates and attends all scheduled events. Provides post information session report within 24 hours of event completion.

Reviews and provides feedback to Admissions Manager and Marketing Services on all pertinent promotional material and presentations.

Provides critical summary reports on all activities including student inquiries, applications, information meetings and event results.

Serves on appropriate College committees.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervision:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Admissions and Outreach

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Must occasionally lift boxes of materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Regularly transport materials to off-campus events and activities. Must set up equipment and materials at both on and off campus events. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Equipment Utilized/Tools Used:

Requires use of standard office equipment, knowledge and use of prospect management software, use of recruiting signs and displays, use of laptops and portable projection equipment.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, communication or related field required.

Experience: 3+ years experience in educational recruiting or sales. Ability to manage multiple priorities and attention to detail essential. Must possess strong presentation, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Candidates who apply by November 13, 2026 will have priority consideration.

Characteristic Duties:

Meet recruitment objectives and assist in the enrollment goals as established by Harper College, the Director of Admissions Outreach and the Admissions Manager

Integrate and explain policies and procedures of all areas of enrollment services and other closely related areas to all new students. Be able to anticipate students’ needs by considering all aspects of the enrollment cycle. This position will be providing this level of service in person, over the phone and over email.

Works with students throughout the enrollment process and reviews information regarding career opportunities, program of study, placement, orientation and financial assistance.

Assists students in understanding their financial obligations and educating them on how Harper College, federal, state and third-party resources can provide assistance.

Utilizes critical thinking, problem solving and experience with student issues to be proactive in addressing potential student concerns, identifying potential barriers within the student enrollment process and initiating steps resulting in resolution.

Makes referrals to faculty, counselors, program coordinators, campus support services, or other resources as needed.

Collaborates closely with key Harper College departments including the Academic Affairs, Admissions Processing, Counseling, One Stop and Financial Aid to ensure effective student enrollment matriculation.

Participates and attends all scheduled events. Provides post information session report within 24 hours of event completion.

Reviews and provides feedback to Admissions Manager and Marketing Services on all pertinent promotional material and presentations.

Provides critical summary reports on all activities including student inquiries, applications, information meetings, and event results.

Serves on appropriate College committees.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervision:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Admissions Outreach and Processing.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Must occasionally lift boxes of materials weighing up to 40 pounds. Regularly transport materials to off-campus events and activities. Must set up equipment and materials at both on and off campus events. Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Equipment Utilized/Tools Used:

Requires use of standard office equipment, knowledge and use of prospect management software, use of recruiting signs and displays, use of laptops and portable projection equipment.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, communication or related field required.

Experience: 2+ years experience in student services, college admissions, educational recruiting or sales. Ability to manage multiple priorities and attention to detail essential. Must possess strong presentation, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Admission Outreach provides information for the future students, high school counselors and guardians/parents in an effort to help them learn the academic programs and opportunities that await them at Harper College

We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices.We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:

https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php