Admissions Associate
Rolling Meadows, IL, United States | In-Person | Full-Time | Posted on 3/19/2026
Northwest Suburban College’s mission is to provide high-quality and affordable education, promoting individual growth and achievement, leading to scholarly pursuit and gainful employment opportunities. The College’s vision is to establish a world-class center of higher education that benefits humanity at large with the underlying values of service, compassion, and excellence. NWSC is located in the Chicago suburbs, a short commute from Schaumburg, with easy access by highway, bus, and train. Northwest Suburban College is a not-for-profit educational institution, and offers both undergraduate and certificate programs.
We are looking for passionate and purposeful individuals who represent the full diversity of NWSC and demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, identity, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. This is a full-time, in-person position at NWSC’s campus in Rolling Meadows.
Position Overview
The Admissions Associate plays a vital role in supporting the institution’s student recruitment initiatives and managing administrative tasks that contribute to the efficiency of the office. This role involves coordinating recruitment activities, managing communication with prospective students, and providing general administrative support. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of handling multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support:
- Provide general administrative support to the admissions and recruitment teams, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling office communications.
- Collaborate closely with the marketing team to support outreach initiatives, follow up on prospective student inquiries, and convert generated leads into qualified applicants for enrollment.
- Organize and maintain student records, databases, and other recruitment-related documents.
- Assist with the preparation and distribution of recruitment materials, including brochures, flyers, and promotional content.
- Handle incoming phone calls and emails related to student inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
- Assist in generating reports related to student recruitment metrics and enrollment data.
Student Recruitment:
- Assist with the student recruitment process, from initial outreach to enrollment.
- Promote the institution’s programs through various communication channels, including email, phone, social media, and in-person outreach.
- Respond to inquiries from prospective students, providing detailed information about admissions processes, program offerings, and campus life.
- Coordinate and participate in recruitment events, such as campus tours, open houses, and college fairs.
- Maintain relationships with prospective students, keeping them informed about application deadlines and upcoming events.
- Collaborate with marketing and admissions teams to develop recruitment materials.
Event Coordination:
- Help organize and execute on-campus recruitment events, such as orientation sessions, student information nights, and tours.
- Coordinate logistics for off-campus recruitment events, including registration, travel arrangements, and booth setup.
- Ensure a positive experience for visitors and prospective students during events, providing support and answering questions as needed.
- Work with event teams to manage follow-up communication with attendees
Qualifications
Education:
- Associate’s Degree
Experience:
- Previous experience in student recruitment, admissions, or administrative roles, preferably in an educational setting.
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Customer service-oriented, with the ability to build positive relationships.
- Experience with event planning and coordination is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
This position offers an hourly pay of $22.00-25.00 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
EEOC Statement
Northwest Suburban College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation, please notify the Accounts & Human Resource Associate.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and complete the form below.
Application for Employment
"*" indicates required fields