Welcoming students of all faiths and backgrounds, American Islamic College (AIC) is a Chicago-based institution of higher learning grounded in Islamic values and steeped in Islam’s rich and diverse intellectual and cultural traditions. AIC promotes appreciation for the scope and richness of Islamic history and civilization both in and beyond the classroom by means of significant research, impactful teaching, and informative public events highlighting Islam’s intellectual, artistic, and cultural expressions. Through rigorous scholarship and a commitment to social justice, the collective good, civic involvement, interfaith understanding, and intercultural engagement, AIC prepares students to become critical thinkers, visionary leaders, and responsible global citizens.

We are seeking a qualified, dynamic, self-starting, goal-oriented candidate to serve as the College’s chief Recruitment & Communications Officer as we grow, diversify, and evolve into a full-fledged and fully accredited university with a growing roster of undergraduate and graduate programs. The Recruitment & Communications Officer is responsible for online, high school, and community college outreach with the goal of growing the College’s undergraduate and graduate enrollments in a steady and progressive manner that reflects the College’s evolving mission, vision, and strategic plan.

The Recruitment & Communications Officer will respond to inquiries, create and implement seasonal and annual recruitment plans, manage student recruitment initiatives (including but not limited to, college fairs, open houses, Muslim conventions, and Islamic events), arrange live classroom visits, and take charge of the College’s social media profile and presence. Additionally, the Recruitment & Communications Officer will be a core team member who will help evaluate and develop marketing materials needed for promotion, recruitment and outreach. This position requires close collaboration with the Registrar, the Student Services Coordinator, in addition to faculty and staff more generally.

Qualifications & Experience:

The Recruitment & Communications Officer must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and be both comfortable and capable when speaking publicly. The Recruitment & Communications Officer must also be personable, energetic, responsive, and customer-service oriented.  Familiarity with the College’s current and forthcoming programs, along with enrollment trends and higher education recruitment strategies, is expected.

• A BA or BS in a related or complementary field (MA or MEd preferred)
• Experience working in higher education, marketing, and/or public relations
• Understanding of current market trends in higher education and enrollment management practices
• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity
• Commitment to student-centered, quality assistance
• Ability to travel regularly and transport recruitment materials and displays
• Willingness to manage a flexible work schedule that includes occasional availability for evening and weekend events
• Public speaking and writing skills
• Ability to work in a culturally competent manner with diverse individuals and communities
• Basic familiarity with Word, Excel, database software tools
• Skilled understanding of how to utilize social media for campus recruiting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to cultivate and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creating and implementing a comprehensive recruitment plan for the College
• Functioning as an official representative of the College at conventions, college fairs, and other recruiting events
• Staying on top of recruiting and outreach opportunities across the city, state, region, and beyond
• Aligning with the College’s mission and vision and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of AIC’s admissions policies, undergraduate and graduate degree programs, course offerings, financial aid information, campus events, and student life
• Evaluating and developing recruiting materials.
• Coordinating recruiting events, such as open houses, counselor luncheons, transfer & new student “College Days,” orientation, etc.
• Communicating with prospective students and their parents via phone, email, mail
• Traveling for recruiting events
• Submitting reports relating to recruiting targets, events and outcomes
• Observing, analyzing, and interpreting regional, state, national, and international enrollment trends
• Representing the College appropriately and responsibly as the first point of contact
• Managing the College’s social media accounts

All inquiries should be addressed to HR@aicusa.edu

Applicants should apply by sending a letter of application, CV, and list of three professional references to HR@aicusa.edu. Please write RECRUITMENT & COMMUNICATIONS SEARCH in the subject heading of your email

AIC’S Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Accessibility

American Islamic College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive full consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, diverse ability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

American Islamic College serves a diverse student body and is committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from African Americans, racialized persons/persons of color, women, First Nations/Aboriginal Peoples of North America, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our community and intellectual culture.

The College strives to be an equitable and inclusive community for all and proactively seeks to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please let us know.

REVIEW of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.