Senior Student Recruitment & Programs Specialist, UMKC School of Pharmacy

About the role

The UMKC School of Pharmacy seeks an individual with good communication skills and interest in student recruitment/outreach and admissions processing for pre-college and first-time college students from a variety of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Seek out and participate in collaborative opportunities for programming and increased communication with UMKC Admissions Office and with pipeline programs on recruitment and retention for pre-college and college students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Develop and execute events and programming for students and groups that educate and provide activities in the promotion of pharmacy as a career option, college readiness skills, UMKC School of Pharmacy as a school choice, and pharmacy admission processes and preparation for applying as well as team building engagement of both prospective students.
• Represent the School at student recruitment events.
• Meet with prospective students/families regarding program and admission requirements.
• Work in coordination with Pharmacy Office of Student Affairs (POSA) staff in the development/maintenance and launch of the annual pharmacy summer camps.
• Cultivate and maintain contacts with specific high school and college counselors and science teachers, pipeline organizations & programs.
• Possess knowledge of social media communication trends and best practices in the use of social media.
• Write and design School of Pharmacy recruitment pieces and materials, in collaboration with POSA staff.
• Be familiar with and provide insight to POSA staff regarding trends and attitudes related to pre-college and college students and admission to higher education.
• Serve on School of Pharmacy and University Committees.
• Provide insight in the development of the admissions processes and on tracking mechanisms for key target groups.
• Seek out opportunities to serve on boards or committees that assist and engage students from a variety of backgrounds.
• Track and report out annually outreach programming, recruitment initiatives, event plans/progress and trends related to admissions and recruitment; assess effectiveness of and make strategic changes as needed.
• Promote and provide oversight and follow-up for applicants to the Pharmacy Assurance Program (PAP).
• Afford assistance with planning and promoting activities for currently enrolled PAP students to encourage socialization and engagement.
• Possess knowledge of funding opportunities and revenue sources for outreach/recruitment and retention for special student populations as noted above.
• Learn and navigate a variety of electronic admissions platforms.
• Support and assist with all POSA seasonal events.

Requirements

The position requires the individual to be adaptable to a varying work schedule with some work on weekends and evenings. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to various locations as required.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
• Experience in student admissions/recruitment work, counseling/advising, and student activities programming.
• Knowledge of and work background in program marketing, public relations, communications and writing preferred.
• Experience with Slate and Peoplesoft is a plus.

Skills

Proficiency in professional writing and verbal communication skills for a variety of audiences, both large and small. Must have good public speaking and presentation skills. Knowledge of grant writing review and submission would be a plus.

Benefits

This position is eligible for University benefits, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $20.00 to $25.57 hourly. This position IS eligible for a $1,000.00 hiring incentive.

Schedule

The position requires the individual to be adaptable to a varying work schedule with some work on weekends and evenings.