Senior Academic Program Services Specialist 3 - College of Optometry

The Ohio State University; United States; Vor Ort; USD 56.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off (sick and vacation) and

State retirement plan or alternative

Zusammenfassung

Ohio State University’s College of Optometry is seeking a Senior Academic Program Services Specialist 3 to drive recruitment for Doctor of Optometry students. This role reports to the Assistant Dean of Student Services and works with the Office of Student Services to enhance the student life cycle from recruitment through graduation.

The position requires travel and on-site presence three days per week with two remote days, offering comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least four years professional 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.

Aufgaben

• Create, plan, and execute an annual outcomes-oriented recruitment plan.
• Cultivate relationships with external agencies, organizations, and other schools to diversify applicant pool.
• Participate in on- and off-campus recruitment activities and represent the college in diverse settings.
• Collect prospect data and track communications with prospective students.
• Develop strategies to involve faculty, alumni, and current students in recruitment.
• Conduct scheduled and drop-in college and campus tours.
• Meet prospective students in-person and virtually; communicate via email and phone.
• Maintain knowledge of best practices in recruitment and evaluate initiatives.
• Collaborate with student services to plan the admissions visit day program.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Project management

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Senior Academic Program Services Specialist 3 - College of Optometry Department: Optometry | Student Affairs

The Senior 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. This position will focus primarily on the recruitment of prospective students and will serve as an articulate and inspirational spokesperson for the college in a variety of local and national settings.

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.

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

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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