Outreach & Recruitment Specialist - DBA

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh seeks an Outreach & Recruitment Specialist to facilitate enrollment and strengthen engagement through targeted outreach efforts for graduate programs. The role includes organizing events, maintaining communication with prospective students, and ensuring operational continuity during a hiring freeze.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, marketing, or admissions.
• Expertise in customer interaction and recruitment processes.
• Proficiency in CRM systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support outreach and recruitment events to engage prospective students.
• Assist in logistics and student services during recruitment activities.
• Track attendance and manage candidate follow-ups in CRM.

Skills

Sales

Marketing

Talent recruitment

Customer-facing expertise

High attention to detail

Ability to work independently

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

Salesforce

Job description

On March 10, the University of Pittsburgh announced the implementation of a strategichiring freeze. Currently, the University is only accepting applications for positions that are essential oroperationally critical. Those positions are listed on our website.

Job Description - Outreach & Recruitment Specialist - DBA (25002644)

Outreach & Recruitment Specialist - DBA

All Temps - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 25002644 )

The position plays a vital role in supporting comprehensive outreach and recruitment efforts to drive enrollment outcomes and strengthen prospective student engagement for four degree programs along with non-credit initiatives. Key responsibilities include:
Staff in-person and virtual outreach events such as networking dinners, corporate
engagement events, and tabling activities to generate prospective student leads and
promote program visibility.
Assist with recruitment operations during class weekends and candidate visits, providing
logistical and student services support to enhance the prospective student experience.
Track attendance at outreach events in CRM and tracking systems, compile follow-up
lists, and assist with personalized outreach through calls and emails to move prospects
through the enrollment funnel.
Assist in delivering online information sessions and presentations to prospective students,
supporting lead generation activities.
Conduct candidate sourcing through corporate outreach and alumni engagement efforts.
Maintain and update alumni tracking spreadsheets to support strategic alumni
engagement and leverage alumni in recruitment efforts.
Assist with event planning and execution, including coordinating logistics,
communications, and follow-up for recruitment events and admitted student engagement
activities.
Support targeted outreach campaigns (calls and emails) designed to solidify fall
enrollments during critical decision-making periods.
The temporary employee will ensure these essential activities continue uninterrupted
during the hiring freeze, safeguarding enrollment momentum and the achievement of
university strategic goals.

• Contact candidates via email, Zoom and in person
  2. Promote program information
  3. Assist candidates with applications
  4. Maintain candidate records
  5. Plan and attend events
  6. Assist with department functions.

1. Sales, marketing, talent recruitment, admissions background
2. Customer-facing expertise
3. High attention to detail
4. Ability to work independently
5. Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Word
6. CRM experience preferred (Salesforce)

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.

Department : KGSB Executive Masters Program

Campus : Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required : Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required : 2

Average number of working hours per week for this assignment : 37.5

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Is there a potential this assignment will result in a regular Staff position? : Yes

Work Arrangement : Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Requested Pay Rate : 23.00

Visa Sponsorship Provided : No

Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances : Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets