Admissions Counselor

Location: Chicago, IL
Job-Type: Full-Time
Compensation Range: $42,000-$46,000 USD

About the role

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor serves as a key representative of the institution, managing a caseload of prospective students and guiding them through all stages of the application process. This role requires strategic planning, effective communication, and strong relationship-building skills to support institutional recruitment goals. Admissions Counselors work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners to create a welcoming and informative experience for prospective students.

Responsibilities

• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in managing assigned leads, prospects, contacts, and applicants to meet enrollment goals.
• Plan and implement territory or program-specific recruitment strategies in alignment with institutional priorities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, maintaining timely and consistent communication via phone, email, text, and in-person meetings from initial inquiry through matriculation.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system, documenting all student interactions and ensuring data integrity throughout the recruitment process.
• Cultivate relationships with key influencers such as school counselors, church leaders, and community partners to promote awareness and encourage referrals.
• Represent the institution at college fairs, conferences, and other recruitment events, including managing travel logistics and follow-up.
• Support and/or lead campus visit experiences for prospective students, including tours, information sessions, and coordination with faculty and staff as needed.
• Participate in communication campaigns, special projects, and events to support broader enrollment initiatives.
• Collaborate with academic departments and student services to ensure prospective students have access to accurate and compelling program information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director or Director of Admissions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in admission, sales, marketing, or a related field
• Organizational skills, planning, self-motivation, accountability, delegation, and evaluation
• A working knowledge of computer software is required; admission software preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Affinity and enthusiastic commitment to the mission of Moody Bible Institute
• Authorized to work in the US legally without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with an integrated database
• A working knowledge of admission software

Work Environment

Moody Bible Institute is a Christian-based Higher Education and Media Ministry. We exist to equip people with the Truth of God’s Word. If you are mission-minded and have a servant’s heart, join us as we look to further impact the Kingdom of God.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. This is a full-time, on-site position with no remote work options. The role requires in-office presence Monday through Friday, with hours varying to total 38.75. Moderate statewide travel may be expected for this position.

Pay

$42,000-$46,000 USD

Schedule

Full-time, on-site position. Monday through Friday, with hours varying to total 38.75 per week. Moderate statewide travel may be expected.