Job Description:
1. GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION
Position Name: Outreach Specialist
Classification: non-exempt, benefitted
FTE: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00-4:30 PT
Department/Division: Admissions
Supervisor: Director of Outreach and Partnerships
Location: Onsite or hybrid
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including employer paid and employer sponsored health, dental and vision insurance plan options. 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% match after one year. Tuition waiver eligibility for UWS academic programs after one year of employment. Free and reduced cost care in the campus health center for employees and their immediate family members. Paid vacation, sick, wellness time and holidays.
2. POSITION SUMMARY
The Outreach Specialist plays a vital role in promoting UWS programs and engaging with prospective students and the community. This position requires a proactive individual with strong communication and organizational skills, responsible for executing outreach initiatives that attract and support diverse candidates. The Outreach Specialist will collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance the school’s visibility and foster meaningful relationships within the educational and professional communities.The primary focus of this position will be in the Pacific Northwest, with travel to other parts of the country as needed. The position may also work with international prospective students, particularly in the Canadian market.
3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Outreach Initiatives:Serve as the first point of contact to Implement outreach strategies to connect with prospective students through, college fairs, community events, on campus events, and online platforms.The primary recruiting region would be the Pacific Northwest with other potential domestic travel.
- Engagement Activities: Organize and conduct information sessions, workshops, and webinars to inform potential applicants about graduate programs, application processes, and financial aid opportunities.Refer to admissions counselors as necessary.
- Relationship Building:Establish and maintain relationships with local educational institutions, community organizations, and industry partners to promote the graduate school’s offerings and create recruitment opportunities.Collaborate with academic leadership at UWS to form potential articulation agreements.
- Content Development: Collaborate with marketing team to effectively communicate program benefits and success stories to prospective students, including the use of communication plans, social media, and electronic formats.
- Data Collection and Reporting: Track and analyze outreach efforts and engagement metrics to assess effectiveness and inform future strategies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with faculty, current students, Global Engagement, and alumni to gather testimonials and insights that can enhance outreach initiatives.
- Support for Prospective Students: Provide personalized support to prospective students throughout the application process, addressing inquiries and offering guidance on program selection.Requires extensive knowledge of UWS programs.
- Event Support:Assist in the planning and execution of UWS recruiting events, including open houses, campus tours, and networking events.
4. UWS CORE VALUES
Best Practices: We maintain high standards by using and integrating evidence across multiple disciplines.
Curiosity: We are innovative, open minded, and forward thinking.
Inclusiveness: We are respectful, mindful, and welcoming of different ways of being, thinking, and doing.
Professionalism: We are responsible, respectful, and accountable.
Student-Focus: We work for the common good of students’ academic and professional success.
Whole-Person Health: We promote physical, mental and emotional wellness in all facets of the UWS experience.
5. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Education, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in outreach, recruitment, or community engagement, preferably in higher education.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in social media platforms and marketing tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.
- A passion for education and a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in graduate education.
6. APPLICATION, SCREENING AND HIRING PROCESS
Screening of applicants will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter; you may attach your materials as Word or PDF documents.
University of Western States conducts background checks for the finalist or finalists of staff and faculty positions. The type of background check will vary by position type.
University of Western States offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
https://www.uws.edu/about/employment/
University of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer.