What are the responsibilities and job description for the Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist position at The University of Pittsburgh?
Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist
Represents the University in new student recruitment and participates in the evaluation of applicants. Participates in recruitment activities and projects, both in and out of state.
- Attend Office of Admissions and Financial Aid/School of Health and Rehabilitation programs as assigned by supervisor.
- Help coordinate OAFA/SHRS presence at Pitt Admissions Programs. Represents SHRS/Transfer Team by offering presentations and Q&A sessions with prospective and admitted students.
- Assist with developing and implementing strategies to recruit a diverse pool of potential transfer applicants (share ideas about transfer audience, information, ideas of call to action, ideas for webpages/advertising).
- Corresponds and interacts with prospective students, applicants, advisors, and others seeking information on admissions standards, academic programs, and student activities following established procedures and precedents. Conducts enrollment and informational meetings with prospective students and their families. Some activities include but are not limited to: responding to phone calls, emails, cases, Panther Link, review and complete committee reads, support Transfer Welcome Center, give transfer presentations, meet with students and families to answer their questions, and help cover virtual appointments.
- Collaborates with SHRS enrollment and OAFA to assess transfer student eligibility and resolve complex problems as necessary.
- When needed, travels within and out of state for recruitment activities such as conducting information sessions and tabling at colleges, college fairs, and conferences.
- Assists with nurturing prospective students through the enrollment funnel with the goal of application and enrollment with special focus on SHRS undergraduate and accelerated programs.
- Maintains communications and record of barriers via prospective student database.
- Maintains basic knowledge of SHRS academic programming and University/admission and transfer admission information.
Mobility with regard to possible travel within the United States. Valid driver’s license and passport are required. May be required to carry a box of material (up to 50 lbs.) from car and/or from building to building or between floors.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
