Admissions Evaluator

About the role

The Admissions Evaluator at National Louis University is responsible for facilitating the admission process for prospective students. This includes evaluating applications and supplemental materials, communicating with applicants and other university departments, and coordinating with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates new and in-progress applications and supplemental materials to reach an admission decision
• Communicates and coordinates with applicants for submission of all application credentials
• Communicates and coordinates with other University departments and outside agencies as necessary to collect information needed to reach an admission decision
• Organizes and coordinates application review and transcript evaluation processes with various University departments
• Utilizes various reports to audit files

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or some college with significant work experience in Higher Education (admissions, advising, or another student facing role)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Higher Education
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and familiarity with relational databases (Banner preferred but not required)

Skills

Customer Focus: Demonstrates that external or internal customers are a high priority, identifies customer needs and expectations, and responds to them in a timely and effective manner. Anticipates and prevents delays or other things that can adversely affect the customer.

Problem Solving: Takes initiative to identify, define, and resolve challenges. Assesses root causes, generates and evaluates options, and implements practical solutions—adapting quickly to new or unexpected issues with sound judgment and minimal oversight.

Responsiveness & Timeliness: Responds promptly to requests, inquiries, and service needs. Acknowledges receipt of concerns, sets clear expectations, and minimizes delays in follow-up or resolution.

Adaptability in Service Delivery: Adjusts approach based on urgency, complexity, or context. Remains flexible and resourceful when responding to evolving needs or unexpected challenges.

NLU Inclusion Statement

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.

Pay

The salary range of the grade for this position is $18.14 to $24.49 per hour (typical workweek is 37.5 hours). Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Offers are based on multiple factors permitted by law, including but not limited to: budgetary considerations, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, market considerations, tenure and standing with the university (applicable to current employees), and internal equity.