WS - TCDM Admissions Ambassador

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Pikeville's TCDM Admissions team seeks an enthusiastic Admissions Ambassador to engage prospective students through on-campus tours and virtual Q&A sessions, ensuring accurate information and a welcoming experience.

Working with the Director of Health Professions Admission, you will support recruitment activities, respond to inquiries, coordinate tours, and build positive relationships with students, families, and staff during the summer and fall terms.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and customer-focused approach.
• Self-motivated and passionate about university recruitment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse students and staff.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to campus tours and virtual sessions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-campus tours of KYCO and UPIKE campus.
• Facilitate Zoom virtual question-and-answer sessions for prospective students.
• Answer emails from prospective students.
• Work orientation.
• Maintain regular communication with the Director of Health Professions Admission.
• Establish positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Social Media

New Technology

Job description

Job Code

Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Jennifer Lockhart

TCDM Admissions Ambassador

Division: TCDM Department: Admissions

Experience: Entry Level

Job Code

Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Jennifer Lockhart

FWS, IWS, or Grant Funded: ☐ FWS, ☒ IWS, ☐ Grant Funded

Avg. Hours/Week: ☒ 1-5, ☐ 6-10, ☐ 11-15, ☐ 16-20

Requested Start Date: 08/7/26 Term of Position: ☒ Summer, ☒ Fall, ☐ Spring

The TCDM Admissions Ambassador facilitates prospective student engagement by conducting on-campus tours and hosting virtual Q&A sessions. Working closely with the Director of Health Professions Admission, the ambassador ensures prospective students receive accurate information and positive experiences. This role supports recruitment efforts through effective communication and collaboration.

• Conduct on-campus tours of KYCO and UPIKE campus – C, TW
• Facilitate Zoom virtual question-and-answer sessions for prospective students – C, T
• Answer Emails from prospective students. C, TW, L, P, T
• Work orientation. C, TW, L, P
• Use effective, respectful, and positive communication skills with diverse students, faculty, and staff – C, P
• Maintain regular, ongoing communication with the Director of Health Professions Admission and collaborate to guide prospective students – C, TW
• Quickly establish positive relationships with diverse students, faculty, and staff – TW, C
• Perform other duties as assigned – CT

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Qualifications: Attention to detail; customer-focused approach; self-motivated and passionate; determination to provide exceptional service; supportive of the University's mission.

Computer Skills: ☒ Word, ☒ Excel, ☒ PowerPoint, ☒ Canva, ☒ Social Media & New Technology, ☐ Other: _________________________

Other Skills: ☒ Attention to detail, ☒ Strong active listening abilities, ☒ Public speaking, ☒ Written & verbal communication, ☒ Customer focused, ☒ Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: ☐ Su ___ to ___; ☐ M ___ to ___; ☐ T ___ to ___; ☐ W ___ to ___; ☐ R ___ to ___; ☐ F ___ to ___; ☐ Sa ___ to ___; ☒ Hours vary depending on workload (Check days that apply, insert hours if set, otherwise, check "Hours vary depending on workload".)

Work Conditions: ☒ Heat, ☒ Cold, ☐ Odors/Smoke, ☐ Toxic Agents, ☐ Dust, ☐ Machinery, ☐ Light Intensity, ☐ Noise, ☐ Vibrations, ☐ Wetness, ☐ Humidity, ☐ Electrical Currents, ☐ Other: _________________________

Physical Demands: ☐ Keyboarding, ☐ Reaching/Handling, ☐ Stooping/Kneeling, ☐ Crouching/Crawling, ☐ Pushing up to ___ lbs., ☐ Pulling up to ___ lbs., ☐ Lifting up to ___ lbs., ☐ Carrying up to ___ lbs., ☐ Climbing, ☐ Balancing, ☐ Other: _________________________

Number of Positions: 2-3

Pay Rate: 10.50/hr

Location: Building: __HPE 6th floor___, Room #: _Admissions Suite

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.