The Assistant Director will work closely with prospective students, academic departments, and internal partners to support enrollment goals while delivering a strong candidate experience.
Assistant Director of Admissions Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the end-to-end admissions process for assigned graduate programs, including inquiry management, application review, and admissions decision support
- Conduct outreach and recruitment activities with prospective students through virtual events, information sessions, and one-on-one advising
- Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective graduate students, guiding them through the admissions process
- Utilize Slate CRM to track prospective student engagement, manage application pipelines, and maintain accurate records
- Review graduate applications and coordinate with academic departments on admissions decisions
- Support enrollment initiatives and collaborate with marketing and academic teams to achieve recruitment targets
- Analyze admissions funnel metrics and contribute to strategies that improve conversion and yield
Assistant Director of Admissions Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
- 3–6+ years of admissions experience, preferably supporting graduate programs
- Experience using Slate CRM or similar admissions systems
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with prospective students and internal stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet application cycle deadlines
- Experience supporting recruitment events and admissions outreach initiatives
Pay: $28-30/hr
Benefits: LaSalle Consultants are eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits through LaSalle Network
Schedule: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site in downtown Chicago
Rachel Holmes
Principal, Recruiter
LaSalle Network
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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
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
All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.