BSPS Recruitment and Engagement Specialist

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The BSPS Recruitment and Engagement Specialist will work to strategically implement the undergraduate recruitment plan with the goal of converting and yielding new first-year, transfer student, and regional campus students into the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) program. This position will report to the Assistant Director for Admissions and will work with the Assistant Director on strategic goals and recruitment efforts for the BSPS Program. The candidate will be responsible for the development and implementation of recruitment strategies, marketing materials, programs, and events, targeting a specific segment of students. The candidate will be a self-starter, creative, driven, and be able to work independently but also work collaboratively on a team.

This is a highly visible position with the opportunity to be autonomous with the role and will play an important part in strategic sizing for the college. The Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist will meet with prospective students and their families, deliver academic overview presentations, coordinate Early Assurance Program (EAP) recruitment, interviewing, and logistical details, represent the College of Pharmacy at Undergraduate Admissions events including table fairs and traveling to in-state and out-of-state programs. The recruiter will use best practices to foster and create partnerships with Ohio State regional campuses and community colleges and implement strategies. This position allows for unique oversight and management, recruitment, and training of the Undergraduate Student Ambassadors. This position will also assist with the management of the prospective student email inbox, collaborate with the College of Pharmacy Marketing and Communications team to develop marketing materials including emails, postcards, and giveaways, manage administrative tasks such as e-requests and travel requests. Some evening and weekend hours will be required but not extensive. Duties will also consist of:

• Conducting telephone appointments / interviews to provide information on the institution and college’s admissions process and requirements
• Executing the recruitment strategy for the BSPS program
• Providing excellent customer service to students through application, enrollment, and initial term start
• Supporting applicants through the entirety of the admissions cycle
• Assisting in the determination of internal rules, policies, procedures, controls, and manage processes to advance service levels
• Developing and maintaining relationships regional campuses and community colleges

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience, and 2 years of relevant work experience.

Other qualifications:

Experience in college advising and/or admissions, demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Excellent communication skills, including writing and public speaking. Strong organizational and analytical skills, ability to solve problems, work independently and with teams.

The pay range for this job profile is $21.35 - $27.88. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications. This position is paid hourly.

The College of Pharmacy believes in a healthy work/life balance, therefore, the work arrangement for this position is hybrid (i.e., remote and in-office), subject to change based upon the needs of the organization and as determined by College Leadership.

FUNCTION: Academic Administration          

SUBFUNCTION: College and Regional Recruiting and Enrollment

CAREER BAND: Specialized

CAREER LEVEL: S2

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