Senior Academic Program Services Specialist 3 - College of Optometry

Ohio State University; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University in the College of Optometry seeks a Senior Academic Program Services Specialist 3 to lead recruitment and student services initiatives. This role reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Services and supports OD student life cycle activities from recruitment through graduation.

The position requires on-site presence three days a week with remote work two days, travel, and evening/weekend hours as needed. Salary range is $56,300–$73,000, depending on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to create and execute outcome-oriented plans.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Create, plan, and execute an annual outcomes-oriented plan for prospective student recruitment initiatives.
• Cultivate and maintain relations with individuals and organizations to recruit a diverse and highly qualified applicant pool.
• Participate in on- and off-campus recruitment activities and represent the college at national events.
• Develop strategies to involve faculty, alumni, and current students in recruitment.
• Conduct campus tours and meet with prospective students in-person and virtually.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Presentation skills

Facilitation skills

Outcome-oriented planning

Attention to detail

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Master's Degree

Job description

Senior Academic Program Services Specialist 3 - College of Optometry

Optometry | Student Affairs

The Admissions Counselor (Sr. Academic Program Services Specialist 3) for the College of Optometry is a member of the Office of Student Services and reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Services. The Student Services team works collaboratively to create an excellent student experience for Doctor of Optometry (OD) students that facilitates holistic leadership and professional development within all aspects of the student life cycle, from recruitment to graduation and beyond.

Responsibilities Include :

• Create, plan, and execute an annual outcomes-oriented plan for prospective student recruitment initiatives. Cultivate and maintain strong professional relationships with individuals, external agencies, organizations, and other schools, colleges, or universities to ensure the recruitment of a diverse and highly qualified applicant pool. Participate directly in on- and off-campus recruitment activities; represent the college in a variety of local and national settings including but not limited to pre-optometry clubs around the country, fairs, small and large group presentations or panels, virtual recruiting events, and other events or programs as needed.
• Collect contact information and other data from prospective students; track and record contact and communications with prospective students.
• Develop and implement strategies to involve faculty, alumni, and current students in the recruitment process.
• Conduct scheduled and drop-in college and campus tours.
• Meet individually with prospective students and applicants in-person and virtually; communicate with prospective students via e-mail and phone.
• Maintain an understanding of current best practices in the field of recruitment. Perform ongoing analysis, evaluation, and continuous improvement of recruitment initiatives.
• Works collaboratively with the student services team to plan the annual admissions visit day program.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience and a minimum of four years of professional work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to create and execute outcome-oriented plans.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's Degree
• Experience working directly with graduate or professional students within a higher education setting.
• Experience serving and/or recruiting diverse student populations.

Additional Information:

This position requires an in-depth understanding of the entire student lifecycle and requires travel, as well as evening and weekend hours.

The College of Optometry employees must be on-site 3 days per week and are able to work remotely 2 days per week.

Salary Range: $56,300 - $73,000

Salary will be based on education, years of experience, internal equity, and budget allowance .

Function: Academic Administration

Sub-function: Academic Program Services

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Career Level: S3

Location: Fry Hall (0059)

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.