EIU Office of Admissions Graduate Assistantships
The Office of Admissions employs two Graduate Assistants. Typically, our positions are on a rotating bases with one new position open every year. We ask that our graduate assistants commit to a 2-year position, if possible.
We review and accept applications each Spring for the following Fall semester. A complete application includes a cover letter and resume. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who submit materials by February 15.
Former experience in Admissions or a related department is preferred, as well as those with an EIU undergraduate degree.
The position includes occasional weekends.
Position Descriptions
Graduate Assistant: Student Ambassador
Department: Office of Admissions
Hours/Week: 18-20 hours/week
Contract Dates: August 1 – May 15
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide highly effective admission counseling to prospective Â鶹´«Ã½ and families in person and through telecounseling.
- Responsible for all Office of Admissions social media accounts. This position understands the enrollment process and is able to effectively and creatively connect with prospective Â鶹´«Ã½, families, and external agencies via our social media platforms.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of our Admissions Student Workers, especially our student callers. This includes being responsible for scheduling callers, working evening shifts to supervise, and setting expectations.
- Training our student workers is another responsibility of this position.
- Interpret admissions policies and enrollment procedures and effectively communicate the core benefits of EIU during informational presentations to visitors and through participation on-campus events.
- Provide superior follow up communication to external stakeholders, including prospective Â鶹´«Ã½, counselors, faculty, and staff, via myeiu, phone calls, sms messaging, and emails.
- Complete other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or the Associate Director or Director of Admissions, including assisting with #FuturePanther Tailgate, Honors Visit Day, Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, etc. Data should be tracked for each duty and timely analysis reports presented.
- Exhibit outstanding customer service at all time with both internal and external stakeholders, including EIU colleagues, administrators, staff, and prospective Â鶹´«Ã½.
- Attend staff meetings and recruiter meetings and participate in office initiatives with a willing and team-oriented attitude.
- Research best practices and new practices within the Admissions field relating to recruitment of new freshmen and transfer Â鶹´«Ã½.
- Demonstrate the ability to embrace change and operate professionally within a changing work environment.
- Work occasional nights and weekends.
Special Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to problem solve
Graduate Assistant: Social Media & Student Callers
Department: Office of Admissions
Hours/Week: 18-20 hours/week
Contract Dates: August 1 – May 15
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide highly effective admission counseling to prospective Â鶹´«Ã½ and families in person and through telecounseling.
- Responsible for all Office of Admissions social media accounts. This position understands the enrollment process and is able to effectively and creatively connect with prospective Â鶹´«Ã½, families, and external agencies via our social media platforms.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of our Admissions Student Workers, especially our student callers. This includes being responsible for scheduling callers, working evening shifts to supervise, and setting expectations.
- Training our student workers is another responsibility of this position.
- Interpret admissions policies and enrollment procedures and effectively communicate the core benefits of EIU during informational presentations to visitors and through participation on-campus events.
- Provide superior follow up communication to external stakeholders, including prospective Â鶹´«Ã½, counselors, faculty, and staff, via myeiu, phone calls, sms messaging, and emails.
- Complete other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or the Associate Director or Director of Admissions, including assisting with #FuturePanther Tailgate, Honors Visit Day, Open Houses, Admitted Student Days, etc. Data should be tracked for each duty and timely analysis reports presented.
- Exhibit outstanding customer service at all time with both internal and external stakeholders, including EIU colleagues, administrators, staff, and prospective Â鶹´«Ã½.
- Attend staff meetings and recruiter meetings and participate in office initiatives with a willing and team-oriented attitude.
- Research best practices and new practices within the Admissions field relating to recruitment of new freshmen and transfer Â鶹´«Ã½.
- Demonstrate the ability to embrace change and operate professionally within a changing work environment.
- Work occasional nights and weekends.
Special Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to problem solve
Contact Information:
Application materials and questions can be sent to the Assistant Director of Campus Visits at visiteiu@eiu.edu.