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Student Engagement Specialist
7 days agoPay$45000.00 - $55000.00 / year
LocationChicago/Illinois
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: R0011696
Employer Industry: Higher Education
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $55,000 annually
- Generous paid time-off and comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contributions and multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional development
- Chance to work remotely with minimal required travel
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Serve as a point of contact for prospective students, guiding them through the admissions process and financial aid navigation
- Develop and implement programs that promote student engagement and support student success
- Collaborate with Admissions, Student Life, and Academic Affairs to align recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies
- Generate reports on new and prospective student programming, retention, and admissions conversion rates for university leadership
- Actively participate in strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts related to student retention
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in higher education, student services, admissions, financial aid, or a similar role
- General understanding of financial aid processes, admissions procedures, and student support services
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with diverse student populations
- Technological proficiency, including familiarity with Student Information Systems (SIS), financial aid platforms, and CRM tools such as Salesforce and Campus Nexus
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in developing student engagement programs and initiatives
- Familiarity with strategic planning related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
- Advanced problem-solving skills in student services contexts
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment
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