Admissions Advisor

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide proactive outreach regarding university programs, policies, and requirements to prospective students seeking information.
• Conduct in person, phone, and virtual advisement sessions with prospective students, to connect their career goals and interests to the appropriate Adler University programs.
• Aid in delivering program-specific recruitment events including webinars, faculty meet and greets, and information sessions.
• Manage and maintain a high call volume.
• Ensure admissions and application requirements are met in a timely fashion by maintaining a consistent cadence of contact with prospective students.
• Aid in planning and executing events including open houses, faculty meet and greets, and interview days.
• Work closely with program directors and faculty to stay abreast of program highlights and faculty/student accomplishments, for use in future enrollment and communications initiatives.
• Participate in weekly team meetings, by informing conversations related to trends identified within the enrollment funnel.
• Maintain an advanced working knowledge of Adler programs, policies, processes, and admissions requirements.
• Develop an ongoing professional development plan to remain up to date on industry standards.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; 1-3 years of experience in admissions, higher education, or a sales environment.

Additional Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required for this position.
• The individual hired must be able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds and be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• In addition, the role requires the ability to lead groups and provide engaging, professional tours.

Salary Range

$45,000.00 - $55,000.00

Universal Core Behaviors

• Commitment to Adler’s Mission
• Acts with personal integrity, honesty, compassion, and integrity in all professional responsibilities.
• Aligns professional actions with Adler’s commitment to community-rooted education, research, and impact.
• Contributes to a culture that advances health, well-being, and community connection — locally and globally.
• Respects and values colleagues and community partners.
• Accountability and Excellence
• Demonstrates results-oriented focus and commitment to quality.
• Consistently meets deadlines and delivers work of high professional standard.
• Prioritizes service and responsiveness.
• Sets priorities and makes decisions that balance short-term needs with long-term impact.
• Works cooperatively with colleagues to achieve collective goals.
• Adaptability and Lifelong Learning
• Approaches challenges with proactive problem-solving.
• Commits to lifelong learning by continuously developing skills, knowledge, and effectiveness.
• Supports and adapts to evolving needs in the work environment.
• Partnership with Supervisors
• Engages supervisors as partners in achieving goals.
• Fosters open, respectful communication to maintain alignment and clarity.
• Seeks guidance and feedback when appropriate while demonstrating initiative and accountability.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Adler University that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protection. The University does not discriminate against any individual for employment because of age, religion, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.