SOECS Recruiting Ambassador

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific in Stockton seeks a School of Engineering and Computer Science (SOECS) Recruiting Ambassador to support new student recruitment and outreach, sharing authentic student experiences and promoting SOECS programs through events and peer interactions.

The ambassador will represent SOECS at tours, open houses, information sessions, and college fairs, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• SOECS graduate (undergraduate or graduate).
• Evenings and weekends availability.

Responsibilities

• Represent SOECS at recruitment events including tours, open houses, information sessions, and college fairs.
• Engage prospective students and families by sharing academic experiences and program knowledge.
• Support recruitment and yield efforts through admitted student events and follow-up activities.
• Assist with planning, setup, and execution of outreach and recruitment events.
• Participate in panels, presentations, and classroom visits.
• Contribute to special programs such as summer camps and preview events.
• Serve as a positive and professional representative of SOECS.
• Respond to inquiries via email, phone, and social media platforms.
• Collaborate with ambassadors and staff to ensure consistent messaging.
• Assist with social media, blogs, and student-focused marketing content.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in university settings.

Skills

Leadership

Recruitment

Public speaking

Time management

Organization

Collaboration

Communication

Interpersonal

Cultural awareness

Inclusion

Bilingual

Education

SOECS graduate (undergraduate or graduate)

Job description

Primary Purpose

The SOECS Recruiting Ambassador reports to SOECS Recruitment Director and serves as a representative of the School of Engineering and Computer Science, supporting new student recruitment and outreach efforts. Ambassadors engage prospective students and families, share authentic student experiences, and promote SOECS academic programs through events, communications, and peer-to-peer interaction.

Essential Functions

Represent SOECS at recruitment events including tours, open houses, information sessions, and college fairs. Engage prospective students and families by sharing academic experiences and program knowledge. Support recruitment and yield efforts through admitted student events and follow-up activities. Assist with planning, setup, and execution of outreach and recruitment events. Participate in panels, presentations, and classroom visits. Contribute to special programs such as summer camps and preview events. Serve as a positive and professional representative of SOECS . Respond to inquiries via email, phone, and social media platforms. Collaborate with ambassadors and staff to ensure consistent messaging. Assist with social media, blogs, and student-focused marketing content. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

SOECS graduate (undergraduate or graduate). Availability for evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in leadership, recruitment, or higher education. Experience in student leadership, mentoring, outreach, or public speaking. Bilingual or multilingual skills preferred. Good time management and organization skills. Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment. Cultural awareness and inclusivity. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic demeanor. Comfortable speaking in individual and group settings. Ability to represent SOECS positively and accurately. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Work Schedule

Standard office hours with some evenings and weekends. This position is expected to have funding for one year, through June 30, 2027. Opportunity for extension is available, based on available funds.