Graduate Assistant - Student Recruitment

Position: Graduate Assistant Department: Admissions Reports to: Director of Admissions Classification : Part-Time, Non-Benefit Eligible, 2-year maximum duration Rate: State minimum wage Location: Lisle Campus Position Summary: The Graduate Assistant (GA) for Admissions plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations and outreach efforts of the Office of Admissions. This position offers graduate students the opportunity to develop professional skills in higher education administration, student engagement, and event coordination while actively contributing to the recruitment and enrollment processes at Benedictine University. Essential Job Responsibilities: 1. The Graduate Assistant will assist with welcoming, greeting, and supporting prospective students and their families during campus visits. This includes leading campus tours and engaging visitors in meaningful conversations to share the Benedictine University experience. Additionally, the individual will help monitor designated email accounts and phone lines, ensuring inquiries are appropriately routed to the relevant enrollment personnel for follow-up. 2. This position will also involve regular use of technology systems such as PeopleSoft and Salesforce. The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for accurate and timely data entry to support enrollment operations, maintaining an organized and up-to-date admissions funnel that helps staff make informed recruitment decisions. 3. The role includes opportunities for off-campus engagement, where the Graduate Assistant will support travel to high schools, community colleges, fairs, and community partner events. During these visits, the GA will represent Benedictine University, share information with prospective students, and actively capture inquiries to help expand the University’s reach. 4. The Graduate Assistant will support the Director of Admissions in preparing for and executing on-campus events. This involves collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure all logistical and operational needs are met, contributing to a seamless and professional event experience for all attendees. Other Functions: 1. Maintain agreed-upon office hours and communicate schedule changes appropriately 2. Contribute and actively participate in department meetings, information sessions and events. 3. Develop relationships within Benedictine University and the University community 4. Maintain a positive relationship with parents, students, staff members 5. Positively promote Benedictine University and its enrollment opportunities on campus and in the community.