College Access Outreach & Retention Specialist

NU USA Northeastern University; Michigan; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Retirement plan

Commuting support

Job summary

Mills Institute @ Northeastern University Upward Bound is seeking a Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist to lead outreach, recruitment, and administrative support for the Upward Bound program. This temporary position reports to the Director/Associate Director and Office Manager, and focuses on expanding participation from historically underrepresented communities.

The role involves working with students, families, partner schools, and community organizations to support applications and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Demonstrated proficiency in a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Inspirational and culturally aware, with demonstrated knowledge of challenges facing low-income and first-generation students.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development and different learning styles.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds (academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic).
• Ability to manage multiple activities, deadlines, and priorities with accuracy.
• Clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to multiple school sites.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment of potential Upward Bound scholars.
• Develop and manage comprehensive recruitment initiatives to increase participation from historically low college enrollment communities.
• Conduct recruitment presentations at feeder school sites and classes.
• Recruit prospective students at open house events and community outreach activities.
• Use data to identify students eligible for Upward Bound.
• Support prospective students with completion of the Upward Bound application.
• Conduct initial student and parent interviews to determine eligibility and fit.
• Process applications in a timely manner.
• Develop program marketing materials.
• Maintain detailed files for program applicants.
• Support student retention activities.
• Facilitate workshops for newly admitted students during Saturday College sessions.
• Facilitate workshops for newly admitted middle school students during Saturday College.
• Outreach via email, text, and phone to admitted students.
• Support staff during Saturday College and Wednesday events.
• Communicate with students, parents, and partners to support enrollment.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Travel readiness

Driving license

Organization skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mills Institute @ Northeastern University Upward Bound is seeking a Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist to lead outreach, recruitment, and administrative support for the Upward Bound program. This temporary position reports to the Director/Associate Director and Office Manager, and focuses on expanding participation from historically underrepresented communities.

The role involves working with students, families, partner schools, and community organizations to support applications and