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Head of Admissions

$40 - $50 hourly
Job Category: Administrative
Position Type: Contract / Temporary to Hire
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 160178
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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LaSalle Network is hiring on behalf of a global educational institution seeking a Head of Admissions. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for the admissions function and is responsible for setting and executing admissions strategy, overseeing end-to-end admissions processes, and personally engaging in applicant evaluation and recruitment activities. The Head of Admissions serves as a key ambassador for the institution, representing the organization at career fairs, recruitment events, and global outreach initiatives.

Head of Admissions Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute a global admissions strategy aligned with institutional goals, growth targets, and academic priorities
  • Lead admissions planning across multiple programs, regions, and applicant populations
  • Analyze enrollment data, market trends, and funnel metrics to inform strategy and decision-making
  • Partner with academic leadership, marketing, and international stakeholders to strengthen recruitment outcomes
  • Ensure admissions policies, practices, and communications reflect institutional values and global best practices
  • Oversee and actively participate in the full admissions lifecycle, from inquiry through offer and enrollment
  • Review and process applications to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance
  • Establish and continuously improve admissions workflows, timelines, and service standards
  • Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity of applicant records and decisions
  • Lead, mentor, and develop admissions staff, setting clear expectations and performance standards
  • Work closely with faculty and program leadership on interviews, selection processes, and scholarship considerations
  • Represent the institution at career fairs, recruitment events, and global outreach initiatives
  • Engage directly with prospective students, applicants, partners, and external stakeholders

Head of Admissions Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred
  • 7+ years of progressive admissions or enrollment leadership experience
  • Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on admissions processing
  • Experience recruiting and engaging international and diverse applicant populations
  • Strong knowledge of admissions operations, policies, and best practices
  • Working knowledge of Slate required
  • Willingness to travel domestically for recruitment and career fairs
  • Customer-centric approach with a deep understanding of applicant experience
This position is based in Chicago and offers a hybrid working schedule. Compensation for this position ranges between $90,000-110,000 annually. This position offers full benefits including health, dental, and vision.

If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in exploring this opportunity, apply today!

Rachel Holmes
Principal, Recruiter
LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here

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