Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking an Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist to represents the university in new student recruitment and engage with prospective students and families. The role involves coordinating admissions events, delivering presentations, and guiding applicants through the admissions process.

Your work will include developing recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of applicants, advising on academic programs, and collaborating with OAFA and SCI staff across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in admissions or recruitment preferred.
• Experience presenting to diverse audiences is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OAFA's and School of Computing and Information recruitment presence at admissions programs and events.
• Deliver presentations and facilitate Q&A sessions with prospective students and families.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract a diverse and academically talented pool of applicants.
• Provide guidance on SCI majors, career pathways, and opportunities in collaboration with OAFA and SCI staff.
• Correspond with prospective students, applicants, advisors, and others seeking admissions information.
• Conduct informational meetings with prospective students and their families.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Recruitment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description - Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist (26004816)

Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist

Admissions & Financial Aid - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26004816 )

Job Summary

Represents the University in new student recruitment and participates in the evaluation of applicants. Participates in recruitment activities and projects, both in and out of state.

Essential Functions

• Helps coordinate both OAFA's and the School of Computing and Information's presence at admissions programs and recruitment events.
• Represents both offices by delivering presentations and facilitating Q&A sessions with prospective and admitted students and their families.
• Assists with developing and implementing recruitment strategies to attract a diverse and academically talented pool of first-year applicants.
• Acts as an academic expert, providing guidance on SCI majors, career pathways, and opportunities while collaborating with both OAFA and SCI staff throughout the recruitment process.
• Corresponds and interacts with prospective students, applicants, advisors, and others seeking information on admissions standards, academic programs, student experiences, and career outcomes.
• Conducts informational meetings with prospective students and their families.

Physical Effort

Mobility with regard to possible travel within the United States. Valid driver’s license is required. May be required to carry a box of material (up to 50 lbs.) from car and/or from building to building or between floors.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Admissions Counselor III

Job Family Academic & Student Services

Job Sub-Family Admissions, Enrollment, & Recruitment

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends will be required

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.