Inside Higher Ed
Academic Program Services Specialist 2
Inside Higher Ed, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Academic Program Services Specialist 2 – Inside Higher Ed
Description Summary The Early Student Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in supporting undergraduate recruitment for the College of Engineering as part of the Community, Access, Retention, and Empowerment (CARE) team. This position focuses on creating meaningful experiences for prospective students through college visits, tours, events, and interactive engagement opportunities that highlight the pathways and possibilities within engineering and related fields at Ohio State. Working collaboratively with CARE colleagues, student organizations, and campus partners, the specialist facilitates recruitment events designed to introduce students to the College of Engineering and the Knowlton School of Architecture. The role involves coordinating on- and off‑campus programs that broaden awareness of career opportunities and degree options, while partnering with faculty, staff, and student organizations to deliver engaging activities that inspire future engineers. The specialist manages the planning and logistics for college overview sessions, tours, and special engagement programs, ensuring that each experience reflects the dynamic and innovative spirit of the college. The ability to connect across lines of difference to make meaningful connections with prospective students and families, and to strengthen relationships with student organizations, is essential to advance recruitment priorities and fosters an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for visitors. Additional responsibilities include collecting and maintaining data for all recruitment events, preparing program summary reports, and conducting volunteer training for students who assist with tours and events. The specialist also provides support for other CARE initiatives as needed, contributing to the team’s mission of fostering access and empowerment for future engineering students.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills; comfortable presenting in-person and virtually; experience in MS Office required, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; proficient using systems such as Zoom, Qualtrics, etc.
2 years of relevant experience required.
Desired Qualifications
2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Background or experience in STEM; experience in higher education outreach, recruitment, student services; knowledge of higher education administration, recruitment and admissions trends, practices and principles; experience in working with volunteers and/or student organizations; strong project management skills with the ability to navigate shifting priorities efficiently.
Additional Information Resume Required.
Hiring Range: $22.93 - $29.95.
Location: Hitchcock Hall (0274).
Position Type: Regular.
Scheduled Hours: 40.
Shift: First Shift.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Equal Opportunity Statement The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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Description Summary The Early Student Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in supporting undergraduate recruitment for the College of Engineering as part of the Community, Access, Retention, and Empowerment (CARE) team. This position focuses on creating meaningful experiences for prospective students through college visits, tours, events, and interactive engagement opportunities that highlight the pathways and possibilities within engineering and related fields at Ohio State. Working collaboratively with CARE colleagues, student organizations, and campus partners, the specialist facilitates recruitment events designed to introduce students to the College of Engineering and the Knowlton School of Architecture. The role involves coordinating on- and off‑campus programs that broaden awareness of career opportunities and degree options, while partnering with faculty, staff, and student organizations to deliver engaging activities that inspire future engineers. The specialist manages the planning and logistics for college overview sessions, tours, and special engagement programs, ensuring that each experience reflects the dynamic and innovative spirit of the college. The ability to connect across lines of difference to make meaningful connections with prospective students and families, and to strengthen relationships with student organizations, is essential to advance recruitment priorities and fosters an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for visitors. Additional responsibilities include collecting and maintaining data for all recruitment events, preparing program summary reports, and conducting volunteer training for students who assist with tours and events. The specialist also provides support for other CARE initiatives as needed, contributing to the team’s mission of fostering access and empowerment for future engineering students.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills; comfortable presenting in-person and virtually; experience in MS Office required, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; proficient using systems such as Zoom, Qualtrics, etc.
2 years of relevant experience required.
Desired Qualifications
2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Background or experience in STEM; experience in higher education outreach, recruitment, student services; knowledge of higher education administration, recruitment and admissions trends, practices and principles; experience in working with volunteers and/or student organizations; strong project management skills with the ability to navigate shifting priorities efficiently.
Additional Information Resume Required.
Hiring Range: $22.93 - $29.95.
Location: Hitchcock Hall (0274).
Position Type: Regular.
Scheduled Hours: 40.
Shift: First Shift.
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Equal Opportunity Statement The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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