PharmD Recruitment and Admissions Specialist

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy is seeking a PharmD Recruitment and Admissions Specialist to represent the college to prospective students and support the entire admissions process. You will plan recruitment events, coordinate application workshops, and travel for outreach activities.

You will work with the Admissions Committee, guide applicants through the recruitment pipeline, and manage the PharmD Student Ambassador Program with coordinators and ambassadors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years working within higher education; experience with graduate or professional students; supervision experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent the College of Pharmacy to prospective and matriculated students and support admissions.
• Plan and execute PharmD recruitment events and interview days; coordinate workshops and outreach activities.
• Oversee the PharmD Student Ambassador Program and manage ambassadors and coordinators.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Master's degree in Higher Education or related field

Job description

Job Title: PharmD Recruitment and Admissions Specialist

Department: Pharmacy | Professional Studies

Under the leadership of the Assistant Director for Recruitment and Admissions, the PharmD Admissions Recruiter represents The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy through daily interactions and communications with prospective and newly matriculated students, as well as provides support throughout the application and admissions process. The PharmD Admissions Recruiter creates and implements recruitment strategies to reach prospective students through events, referrals, online and print communications, and outreach to pharmacy professionals and organizations. The PharmD Admissions Recruiter will be responsible for planning admissions and yield events which may include but are not limited to PharmD overviews, application workshops, calling campaigns, postcard campaigns, and university-sponsored and off-campus events which will require travel. The PharmD Admissions Recruiter is responsible for scheduling and planning PharmD interview days and plays a critical role in the day-of management of these events.

This position works closely with the faculty-composed Admissions Committee, communicating admissions information, garnering recruitment event support, and acting as a liaison between candidates and the committee's decisions. This role conducts initial application review; moves applicants through the recruitment pipeline; and communicates admission decisions. This position oversees the PharmD Student Ambassador Program, including the management of approximately 3 PharmD student ambassador coordinators; and facilitates the recruitment, selection, and activities of ~35 student admissions ambassadors. This position supports various initiatives and programs within the Office of Recruitment and Admissions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. A minimum of 2 years working within higher education; experience working with graduate or professional students; student supervision experience; experience developing and implementing best practices in recruitment and admissions; able to manage multiple priorities; and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

Master's degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel or related field.

Additional Information

The pay range for this job profile is $20.24 - $26.44 per hour. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

The College of Pharmacy believes in a healthy work/life balance, therefore, the work arrangement for this position is hybrid (i.e., remote and in-office), subject to change based upon the needs of the organization and as determined by College Leadership.

FUNCTION: Academic Administration

SUBFUNCTION: Graduate and Professional Admissions

CAREER BAND: Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S2

Location: Parks Hall (0273)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.