American University
Graduate Student Ambassador (Student)
American University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.
Department
School of Public Affairs
Time Type
Part time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Job Description
Summary:
Graduate Student Ambassadors (GSA) serve as important representatives for the Office of Graduate Admissions at the School of Public Affairs (SPA). The position requires enthusiastic, personable, highly organized, versatile, and extremely dependable individuals who are able to represent the SPA graduate student experience to prospective students.
Responsibilities
Participate in Ambassador training and any additional, required trainings related to recruitment initiatives. Attend Ambassador and/or other relevant meetings. Will support virtual, campus visit process including planning, execution, and follow- up with prospective students. Monitor the spainfo@american.edu inbox and offer timely, professional response(s) as approved by supervision. Enter prospective student information in the CRM. Establish and/or maintain relationships with prospective students utilizing various mediums (written, online, social). Work closely with admissions staff on special projects/initiatives (e.g. admission congratulations and missing items calls, Chat with a Current Student, research projects) related to prospective student recruitment. Assist with planning, implementation, and execution of recruitment events like: SPA Preview Day, Top Prospect Day, Engagement Day, Decision Days, Social Reception, Social Hours, Any other major SPA recruitment events. Please consider attendance mandatory. These events will have class visits the night beforehand. Assist in the research, logistical planning, preparations and follow-up related to recruitment fairs/initiatives. Be knowledgeable of academic programs as well as student life so the full graduate student experience is shared credibly with prospective students and influencers. Represent SPA & AU professionally via on-campus and online presentation and decorum. Other duties as relevant and assigned.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
Part-Time. Ambassadors will work, 5-10 hours a week on-campus and will have the privilege of establishing a work schedule that prioritizes both academic and other professional demands. Some evening work hours are required. Extended work hours will be requested for major recruitment event and alter regular work hours to accommodate support for these events. Position is from Fall 2025 - Spring 2026.
Salary Range
$18.50 per hour.
Required Education And Experience
A successful candidate would be team-oriented and self-directed. Can work well in a fast paced, multi-task environment. Attention to detail is essential. Familiarity with or the willingness to learn new computer programs such as Microsoft Excel and the campus’ Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform, Salesforce. High degree of sensitivity to the handling of confidential information.
Additional Information
Questions should be directed to: Lexie Ruckman, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment, at spainfo@american.edu.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. Seniority level
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Graduate Student Ambassador (Student)
role at
American University 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Graduate Student Ambassador (Student)
role at
American University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.
Department
School of Public Affairs
Time Type
Part time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Job Description
Summary:
Graduate Student Ambassadors (GSA) serve as important representatives for the Office of Graduate Admissions at the School of Public Affairs (SPA). The position requires enthusiastic, personable, highly organized, versatile, and extremely dependable individuals who are able to represent the SPA graduate student experience to prospective students.
Responsibilities
Participate in Ambassador training and any additional, required trainings related to recruitment initiatives. Attend Ambassador and/or other relevant meetings. Will support virtual, campus visit process including planning, execution, and follow- up with prospective students. Monitor the spainfo@american.edu inbox and offer timely, professional response(s) as approved by supervision. Enter prospective student information in the CRM. Establish and/or maintain relationships with prospective students utilizing various mediums (written, online, social). Work closely with admissions staff on special projects/initiatives (e.g. admission congratulations and missing items calls, Chat with a Current Student, research projects) related to prospective student recruitment. Assist with planning, implementation, and execution of recruitment events like: SPA Preview Day, Top Prospect Day, Engagement Day, Decision Days, Social Reception, Social Hours, Any other major SPA recruitment events. Please consider attendance mandatory. These events will have class visits the night beforehand. Assist in the research, logistical planning, preparations and follow-up related to recruitment fairs/initiatives. Be knowledgeable of academic programs as well as student life so the full graduate student experience is shared credibly with prospective students and influencers. Represent SPA & AU professionally via on-campus and online presentation and decorum. Other duties as relevant and assigned.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
Part-Time. Ambassadors will work, 5-10 hours a week on-campus and will have the privilege of establishing a work schedule that prioritizes both academic and other professional demands. Some evening work hours are required. Extended work hours will be requested for major recruitment event and alter regular work hours to accommodate support for these events. Position is from Fall 2025 - Spring 2026.
Salary Range
$18.50 per hour.
Required Education And Experience
A successful candidate would be team-oriented and self-directed. Can work well in a fast paced, multi-task environment. Attention to detail is essential. Familiarity with or the willingness to learn new computer programs such as Microsoft Excel and the campus’ Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform, Salesforce. High degree of sensitivity to the handling of confidential information.
Additional Information
Questions should be directed to: Lexie Ruckman, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment, at spainfo@american.edu.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. American University is an E-Verify employer. Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities. Seniority level
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