Program Coordinator / Admissions Representative

St. Ambrose University; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition remission

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

St. Ambrose University seeks an organized, relationship-focused Program Coordinator/Admissions Representative for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.

This role recruits and advises prospective students, coordinates admissions processes, and supports departmental communications and events. The ideal candidate excels at building relationships with strong organizational and communication skills and is prepared to collaborate with faculty, staff, and partner schools to advance recruitment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of six years of related professional experience.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally and to work some evenings or weekend recruitment events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, applicants, and visitors to the Physical Therapy Department.
• Guide applicants through the admissions process, including PTCAS applications, transcript review, applicant communications, and interview coordination.
• Advise prospective students regarding admission requirements and the physical therapy profession.
• Coordinate annual admissions and enrollment activities, including orientation for incoming DPT students.
• Represent the DPT Program at university visit days, college fairs, pre-PT club meetings, information sessions, and other recruitment events.
• Develop and maintain recruitment and marketing materials, including website content, newsletters, brochures, LMS pages, and social media communications.
• Support departmental committees, maintain admissions records, and prepare communications for partner and feeder schools.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and university partners to plan and execute departmental events and recruitment initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

LMS

Job description

Program Coordinator / Admissions Representative

St. Ambrose University is seeking an organized, relationship-focused professional to serve as Program Coordinator/Admissions Representative for our Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program. This position plays a critical role in recruiting and advising prospective students, coordinating admissions processes, and supporting departmental communications and events.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about higher education, excel at building relationships, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, applicants, and visitors to the Physical Therapy Department.
• Guide applicants through the admissions process, including PTCAS applications, transcript review, applicant communications, and interview coordination.
• Advise prospective students regarding admission requirements and the physical therapy profession.
• Coordinate annual admissions and enrollment activities, including orientation for incoming DPT students.
• Represent the DPT Program at university visit days, college fairs, pre-PT club meetings, information sessions, and other recruitment events.
• Develop and maintain recruitment and marketing materials, including website content, newsletters, brochures, LMS pages, and social media communications.
• Support departmental committees, maintain admissions records, and prepare communications for partner and feeder schools.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and university partners to plan and execute departmental events and recruitment initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including a minimum of six years of related professional experience.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience with admissions, student recruitment, higher education, healthcare programs, or marketing communications preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally and work some evening or weekend recruitment events.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition Remission.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to campus amenities, cultural events, and recreational facilities.

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses are an inclusive, Catholic and diocesan community of learners empowering all members of that community to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice and mercy, and to lead lives of service. St. Ambrose is an equal opportunity employer.