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Graduate Program Ambassador

American University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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American University American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department

College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type

Part time

Job Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Work Modality

Union:

Excluded

Summary

Job Description:

The Graduate Program Ambassador will support efforts to recruit and retain graduate students in the MS Nutrition Education program. This includes communicating with prospective students, preparing a quarterly newsletter, reaching out to other universities and generating content for the website and our social media channels.

Essential Functions

Prepare a variety of communication materials to be used with prospective students at various stages of their interest in the program. This will include initial outreach, reminders to complete applications, tips on how to prepare a strong application, etc. Communications will be distributed via email, text and website. Communicate with prospective students via email, text and phone to initiate contact, answer questions, schedule interviews, and promote department events. Provide helpful information for all stages of the application process. Research other institutions to determine how our program compares to others, what our program offers that other programs do not, and offer ideas for program enhancements. Provide comparison data to help ensure our program remains competitive in the market. Conduct outreach to other universities and nutrition networking groups, including: email outreach, posting to discussion forums, and identifying opportunities to promote our program. The candidate will generate a variety of content for current students, including but not limited to, a quarterly newsletter, job postings, and event notices. Staying up to date on relevant conferences and news that can be shared with students.

Competencies

Serving Customers. Displaying Creativity. Prioritizing and Organizing. Supporting Coworkers. Developing Plans. Acting Strategically. Thinking Broadly.

Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work

Part-Time. 3-5 hours a week. Continuation of the program/position is contingent upon external funding.

Salary Range

$18.50 per hour.

Required Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education And Experience

Master's degree or equivalent. 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university. 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.

Current American University Employees

American University current employees 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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