Kendall College Job Listings

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Associate Director of International Admissions

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of International Admissions, the Associate Director of International Admissions will oversee the international student recruitment efforts in the Latin American Region. This position will: ensure enrollment growth by recruiting international students whose needs and academic profiles align with admissions requirements; facilitate strong relationships with agents, sponsors and partner institutions; analyze and interpret data from the program’s student information system; develop and implement a strategic plan for marketing and recruitment in the assigned region.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, establish and maintain key relationships with international partners
• Meet and exceed performance standards
• Record of achievement in promoting, marketing and growing enrollments in international programs of study
• Attend key events that will generate leads and help to establish the Kendall/Laureate brand
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and community.
• Provide important feedback to management to ensure future success
• Provide best practice ideas for the benefit of enrollment department
• Demonstrated understanding of the higher education sector, in particular the international education market, including an understanding of admission requirements and government regulations affecting international students.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• Must be able to communicate fluently both orally and written in Spanish
• A valid US Passport and reliable transportation is required
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible higher education experience, with at least 3 years in recruitment or enrollment management.
• Experience living, working, or studying abroad and fluency in one or more foreign languages.
• Experience liaising with external agencies, including overseas organizations, and working with a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds, as required for building constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in the use of computer-based student information systems as well as spreadsheet, database and web applications.
• Willingness to undertake extensive international and domestic travel (50-60% International Travel).
• Ability to work flexible schedules (some evenings and weekends)
• Excellent interpersonal, motivational, and oral and written communication skills.

Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to: jobs@kendall.edu Fax: 312 752 2097.

Admissions Presenter

GENERAL SUMMARY:

As an Admissions Presenter your number one responsibility is to generate high quality leads for the Kendall Enrollment Advisors. You accomplish this by creating and maintaining solid relationships with key high schools, contacts and organizations. You will need to have high levels of activity to generate new opportunities to collect leads. The goal is to generate leads from seniors in high school but also to nurture potential students who are sophomores or juniors in high school.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate quality leads for the Kendall Enrollment Advisors
• Create, establish and maintain key relationships with high schools and organizations
• Meet and exceed performance standards
• Attend key events that will generate leads and help to establish the Kendall brand
• Help with mentoring and training as needed
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
• Work well with other departments and able to handle a fast pace environment
• Provide important feedback to management to ensure future success
• Provide best practice ideas for the benefit of enrollment department

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelors Degree Required
• Reliable transportation to attend events
• Must have an excellent command of professional presentation skills
• Outgoing, goal oriented and motivated to achieve high levels of results
• At least four years of work experience in enrollment/admissions
• Telephone appointment setting, interviewing, closing, and follow-up skills a plus
• Personal computer skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and some Internet applications
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Work well with both customers and co-workers

Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to: jobs@kendall.edu Fax: 312 752 2097.

Chef Instructor

Position Description:
To accommodate growing culinary programs at Kendall College, the School of Culinary Arts is looking for a full time Chef Instructor. The principle duties of this position will be to teach a wide range of topics in the culinary disciplines.

Credentials Required for Consideration
Candidates must have the following credentials to apply for this position:
• BA degree preferred
• Minimum 10 years industry experience in the culinary industry
• Wide range of professional experiences especially in fine dining experience
• Highly motivated to achieve excellence in all endeavors
• Teaching experience at the college level or the propensity to successfully teach with coaching
• High energy level and a desire to contribute positively to the overall educational community at Kendall College

Credentials Preferred for Consideration
Candidates possessing the following credentials would prove beneficial in their consideration for the position:
• Master’s Degree
• ACF certification levels of CEC and CCE

The position of Chef Instructor has competitive compensation and benefits along with the opportunity for professional growth. Please send resumes to the following address:

Kendall College
Attn: Renee Zonka
900 N. North Branch Street
Chicago, IL. 60622
rzonka@kendall.edu 

Full-time Faculty Position
Kendall College seeks a full-time faculty member in the Spanish department. Position begins July 2008.

Responsibilities: Teach three Spanish language courses per quarter; assist the Director of General Education in the hiring and development of adjunct faculty; collaborate with the Director of General Education and Provost in ongoing curricular review; participate in college-wide assessment efforts; and work collaboratively as part of the general education team.

Qualifications: A Masters degree in Spanish; demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching required; PhD preferred.

Send a letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to spanish-instructor@kendall.edu.

This position has a competitive salary and benefits package. Kendall College is an equal opportunity employer.

· Sociology
· Humanities
· Speech
· Spanish
· Composition
· Geography
· Environmental Science
· Biology
· Math
· Computer Science

The Summer Term begins on July 7 and ends September 11, 2008, and the Fall Term begins on September 24 and ends December 5, 2008. Most classes meet twice a week, but some night, weekend, and online classes are available. In the letter of interest, please state live or online preference and your summer and/or fall availability.

Qualifications: At least a Masters degree in the concentration you wish to teach and classroom or online college-level teaching experience.

Email a letter of interest, curriculum vitae or resume, and a list of three references to part-time@kendall.edu.

Baking And Pastry Chef Instructor
Position Description:
To accommodate growing culinary and baking and pastry programs at Kendall College, the School of Culinary Arts is looking for a Baking and Pastry Chef Instructor to the culinary faculty.  The principle duties of this position will be to teach a wide range of topics in the baking and pastry disciplines. 

Credentials Required for Consideration
Candidates must have the following credentials to apply for this position:
• BA degree
• Minimum 10 years industry experience in the baking and pastry industry
• Wide range of professional experiences
• Highly motivated to achieve excellence in all endeavors
• Teaching experience at the college level or the propensity to successfully teach with coaching
• High energy level and a desire to contribute positively to the overall educational community at Kendall College

Credentials Preferred for Consideration
Candidates possessing the following credentials would prove beneficial in their consideration for the position:
• Master’s Degree
• ACF certification levels of CEPC and/or CCE
• Fine dining experience

The position of Baking and Pastry Chef Instructor has competitive compensation and benefits along with the opportunity for professional growth.  Please send resumes to the following address:

Kendall College
Attn: Christopher Koetke
900 N. North Branch Street
Chicago, IL. 60622

Database Management and Integrity: Responsible for understanding all of the college’s sales related database programs, establishing procedures for acquiring, entering and verifying sales & marketing data related to admissions activities. Knowledge of Salesforce

Data Interpretation, Presentation, and Marketing: Responsible for the aggregation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of market research data. Develop interpretations and graphics of sales & marketing trends and may participate in presentations to senior management.

Research Resources:
Understands and manages research-related data sources, recommends new sources and evaluates existing products.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in statistics, market research or business administration).
• At least 3 years professional experience in enrollment analysis, market research or related field.
• Extensive database and project management experience
• Strong analytical, writing, presentation and interpersonal skills

Please send resume and cover letter to tEhrhardt@kendall.edu .

The ideal candidate for this full-time faculty position has spent time as a licensed teacher in early childhood or elementary education. She or he has had experience within academic programs and is comfortable with online education. She or he has an understanding of adult learners.

Requirements:
*IL Type 03 or Type 04 Certification (or equivalent)
*Contemporary primary teaching experience
*Doctorate or ABD preferred

Application letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references should be emailed to vvasquez@kendall.edu

Please send your resumes to jobs@kendall.edu or fax to 312 752 2097.

Please send your resumes to jobs@kendall.edu or fax to 312 752 2097.

Job Description:
Kendall College has immediate opportunities for sales professionals who can succeed in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Located in downtown Chicago, Kendall College is a fast-growing, premiere provider of business, culinary, hospitality management, and education degree programs.

Kendall offers outstanding salary and managerial growth potential. Benefits include medical, retirement plan, tuition assistance, and free meals at our world-class culinary school.

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic self-starter, able to attain recruitment goals and objectives, and dedicated to providing outstanding customer service.

The primary duties are to facilitate each prospective students’ understanding of Kendall’s academic programs, career options, and admissions process. The admissions representative handles extensive inbound and outbound calls, schedules and conducts admissions interviews, guides tours, supports information sessions, facilitates interaction with other departments and manages follow-up correspondence.

The successful candidate is:
· Highly-motivated
· Confident
· A self-starter
· Possesses strong phone skills
· Eager to learn continuously

Requirements:

1. At least 2-3 years successful sales or recruiting experience.
2. A bachelor’s (preferred) or associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
3. Ability to occasionally work evenings and Saturday mornings.
4. Access to reliable transportation.
5. Computer skills.

Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to: jobs@kendall.edu Fax: 312 752 2097.