Recruit and assist prospective students as an OSU representative in order to support the university’s enrollment goals, specifically but not limited to scholar recruitment prospective students. Act as primary point person for the recruitment of VIP-designated prospective students. Work collaboratively with the Honors College and other campus partners to recruit scholar recruitment prospective students.
Act as primary OSU point of contact for prospective students, families and counselors. Discuss policies and procedures required for admission, housing, scholarships and financial aid as well as academic development opportunities specific to OSU. Meet and foster professional relationships with scholar recruitment prospective students and their families. Meetings take place on and off campus in a variety of settings.
Determine and execute strategies for effective outreach to scholar recruitment prospective students. Outreach encompasses measured benchmarks of student contact including calls, texts, emails and personal interactions.
Conduct trend analysis for scholar recruitment prospective student population; formulate action plans based on analysis. Work in conjunction with recruitment staff and leadership to integrate the results of analysis and planning into the University’s overall enrollment plan.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic, self-direction, creativity and strategic thinking. Proactively anticipate student needs and appropriately respond.
Make presentations to large and small groups of prospective students and families, on and off-campus, about the opportunities available at OSU.
As needed, assist with daily office operations including answering phones, responding to email, greeting and providing counsel to prospective students, families and guests to meet customer service goals.
An essential function of this position is to maintain a personalized public presence in a wide range of environments such as high schools, college fairs, and community locations, among others. This may include and is not limited to publication and broadcast of full name, work contact information, and time, date, and/or location of recruitment activity.
Other duties as assigned.
Frequent off campus travel (in state and out of state) several times per year. Requires some overnight stays. Frequent evening activities and some weekends to meet needs of prospective students and parents.
Driving conditions vary with weather.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please also add cover letter, resume and three professional references. Education & ExperiencePosition Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: High School/GED
Two years of related experience
Valid Driver's License required
Ability to lift 45 lbs. (boxes of recruiting materials).
This job requires a high level of internal and external public contact serving as a liaison between the Admissions Office, various academic units and other organizations within the university. Strong written, verbal communication and technical skills are necessary. Knowledge of MS applications.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree conferred prior to or upon start date in related field.
Two years' experience working in higher education, in admissions, advising, scholarships & financial aid, or a related department. Public speaking experience. Experience with or exposure to student development in a rigorous academic setting. Familiar with the expectations and demands of high achieving students. Success working in high expectation environment.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.