FWS- Undergraduate Admissions Student Ambassador

Pacific University; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacific University in Forest Grove is seeking an Admissions Ambassador (part-time student) to shape first impressions for prospective students and families. Responsibilities include leading campus tours, delivering warm service, and supporting the admissions office.

You will perform data entry, assist at events, and handle general office duties while maintaining data integrity and ensuring a welcoming experience for visitors. This role offers flexible hours to align with academic schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student in good academic standing at Pacific University.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
• A positive attitude and a commitment to providing exceptional service to prospective students and families.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle data entry and office tasks accurately.
• Ability to work collaboratively with admissions staff and other student workers.

Responsibilities

• Lead campus tours and act as a positive representative of Pacific University.
• Greet and assist visitors, answer questions, and facilitate admissions events.
• Enter prospective student data accurately into the university database and maintain records.
• Perform office tasks such as filing, typing, answering phones, and processing mail.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Current enrollment at Pacific University

Job description

Overview

Position Type

Part Time

Category

Student

Description

This position is only open to current Pacific University Students

Job Title: Admissions Ambassador

Department: Undergraduate Admissions, Knight Hall, Forest Grove Campus

Position Type: Part-Time Student Position

Job Summary:

As an Admissions Ambassador, you will play a vital role in shaping the first impressions of prospective students and their families. This position involves a combination of responsibilities including leading campus tours, providing excellent customer service, interacting with all guests, performing data entry, and assisting with general office tasks. Your contributions will help ensure a welcoming and efficient admissions process, creating a positive experience for all visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tour Guide:
  • Serve as a key positive representative of Pacific, understanding that your interactions directly contribute to students' overall impression of the campus experience.
  • Share personal experiences and insights about campus life, academics, and student activities to positively answer questions.
  • Provide campus tours to a variety of different groups including prospective students and their supporters, high school groups, athletic teams, and alumni.
  • Complete required training and attend required meetings each semester.
• Events and Prospective Student Interactions: .
  • Greet and welcome visitors with a positive and friendly demeanor, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed.
  • Proactively approach incoming families, offering assistance and starting conversations to make them feel at ease.
  • Assisting in set up, running, and problem solving during admissions events
  • Sit on a faculty and student panel to answer frequently asked questions
• Data Entry:
  • Accurately enter prospective student information into the university’s database.
  • Assist with updating and maintaining records to ensure data integrity.
  • Support the admissions team by handling data-related tasks as needed.
• General Office Duties:
  • Perform a variety of office tasks including filing, typing, answering phones, and processing mail.
  • Assist with the preparation and shipment of recruitment materials.
  • Help with organizing office supplies and managing inventory as needed.

Competencies to Practice:

• Analytical & Critical Thinking
• Applied Problem Solving
• Engaging Diversity

Length of Employment and Work Hours:

• Position is hired for the academic year
• Flexible part-time hours that accommodate your academic schedule, typically 4-6 hours per week.
• Some evening and weekend work may be required for special events.

Wage Rate:

• $16.80 per hour

Qualifications

• Current Enrollment: Must be a current student in good academic standing at Pacific University.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse audiences.
• Customer Service: A positive attitude and a commitment to providing exceptional service to prospective students and families.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle data entry and office tasks accurately.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with admissions staff and other student workers.