College of Health Student Recruitment Specialist Job in Anchorage
College of Health Student Recruitment Specialist
CLASSIFICATION: Student Services Professional 3
WORK TYPE: On Campus, Staff Full-time
ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: University of Alaska Anchorage
SCHOOL/BUSINESS UNIT: UAA College of Health
LOCATION: Anchorage
CATEGORIES: Administrative/Personnel, Academic Advising/Support, Health Profession
Position Summary:
The UAA College of Health seeks candidates for its Student Recruitment Specialist. This position will plan, develop, and implement student recruitment initiatives in order to drive enrollment in the University of Alaska’s health and social services degree programs statewide. They are also responsible for outreach to/engagement with prospective students through events, communications, resources, etc. In addition, this individual will collaborate with the College of Health’s communications and student advising offices and its academic units, as well as with the UAA Office of Admissions.
Duties:
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with communications director and college leadership to develop and maintain strategic plan for College of Health student recruitment activities, with consideration of: Individuals currently in workforce Outreach to high school guidance/career counselors and educators
• Outreach to student group
• Student ambassador program
• Track, assess and utilize data on prospective students, and develop reports as appropriate.
• Develop and manage student ambassador program.
• Coordinate with COH communications/marketing team to develop advertising campaigns in email, phone call, mailer, and other campaigns in alignment with recruitment goals.
• Coordinating with the COH communications team to develop and maintain website and social media content that is useful and of interest to prospective student audiences.
Prospect/Lead Management:
• Establish and maintain contact with prospective students interested in health/social services careers, including through in-person meetings and individualized/mass communications.
• Manage prospect CRM/database.
• Coordinate with Office of Admissions on process for collecting leads, communicating with prospective students, purchasing lists, etc. for undergraduate programs.
• Coordinate with program faculty/staff on prospect/lead management for graduate programs
• Coordinate with COH communications/marketing team to develop communications to prospects/leads.
Recruitment and Outreach Activities:
• Plan and attend key recruitment events, including UAA events, college and career fairs, and others. Coordinate with Office of Admissions on events as appropriate.
• Conduct outreach efforts targeting key stakeholders across Alaska, including K-12 teachers and guidance counselors, employers, community organizations and associations, and other sources of prospective students. Identify, research and build relationships with stakeholders in order to facilitate new sources of applicants to COH academic programs.
• Plan and facilitate recruitment events specific to COH and its academic programs (information sessions, classroom presentations, interactive activities/demonstrations, open houses, faculty presentations, tours, etc.).
• Lead and coordinate faculty/staff/student involvement in recruitment events and regional recruiting efforts.
• Coordinate with COH communications/marketing team to develop print and digital promotional and informational materials for recruitment activities.
• Conduct tours of College of Health facilities/presentations about COH. Train others to provide tours.
• Advise and coordinate with individual academic units on unit-level recruitment activities.
• Participate in Office of Admissions recruitment collaborators group.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of best practices in university student recruitment.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to present information to individuals and groups in an engaging way.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to build rapport and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to assess the expectations, abilities and needs of prospective students who are entering or considering entering postsecondary education.
• Strong organizational, time management and event planning skills.
• Strong customer service skills and orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize, implement and communicate plans and initiatives related to student recruitment.
• Innovation, creativity, and adaptability in developing and implementing projects/programs tailored to a target audience
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner.
• A strong commitment to UA and College of Health mission, goals and values.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
• Experience working collaboratively as a member of a team, as well as independently.
• Experience in higher education recruitment.
• Experience recruiting non-traditional students.
• Familiarity with health care and social services industry and academic programs.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
SALARY INFORMATION:
This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
- Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.
- Review of applicants will begin immediately, to ensure full consideration you must apply by 10/22/2023
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
- The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
- UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.
- The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
- Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
- If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Victoria Nechodomu, Communications Director, at vnechodomu@alaska.edu or 907-786-1815.
ADVERTISED: 09 Oct 2023Â Alaskan Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Open until filled
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