Associate Director, Student Recruitment and Admissions

Department Booth Admissions, MBA Programs: Student Recruitment About the Department The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment. Chicago Booth is proud to claim: -an unmatched faculty. -degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents. -a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni. -strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities. As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment. For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/. Job Summary The Associate Director is a key member of the Full-Time MBA Student Recruitment and Admissions team, which coordinates all facets of the applicant experience for prospective and admitted students as well as develops and maintains relationships with internal and external partners to achieve key objectives. Serves as lead for yield initiative strategy and planning for the Full-Time MBA program. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization. Responsibilities Serves as an integral member of the Admissions Committee. Conducts student recruitment, evaluation, and yield activities. Duties include reading and evaluating applications; traveling domestically and internationally; attending and hosting various recruiting and yield events. Develops and executes annual yield strategy plan and calendar, spanning from the point of admission through matriculation. Designs programming and timeline to foster continued candidate engagement. Leads the ideation and continuous improvement of yield initiatives. Establishes metrics and evaluation frameworks to assess initiative efficacy; analyzes data and feedback to inform future planning. Manages the primary planning, strategy, coordination, and execution of yield-related events. Oversee all communications, online resources, and outreach to admitted and incoming students, ensuring a cohesive candidate experience. Partners closely with the Admissions Marketing and Operations teams to ensure alignment of messaging, timing, and implementation. Serves as primary liaison for internal partnerships across Booth—including Career Services, Academic Services, Student Life, and research centers— building collaborative relationships that integrate these stakeholders meaningfully into yield programming. Expands outreach messaging via alumni clubs and special events and/or reunions. Maintains updated alumni contact records and cultivates new contacts in appropriate industries. Manages portfolio of prospective students that require special handling. Manages regional event programming such as receptions and career trek field trips for students. Works independently to expand outreach to employers in the region. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree. Experience: Background in higher education. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Google applications (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms). Familiarity with Slate CRM tool and Zoom functionality. Preferred Competencies Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as presentation skills. Professional demeanor including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach. Proven record of successful time management and organizational skills, as well as exceptional attention to detail. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks and work streams simultaneously, proven ability to meet deadlines, and possession of a self-motivated disposition. Work both independently and successfully as a member of a team. Develop effective relationships across departments and with external stakeholders. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with proven record of developing programming and iterating on initiatives. Working Conditions This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Student Affairs & Services Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Requi