Student and Program Support Specialist

Apply for Job Job ID 370383

Location Twin Cities

Job Family Student Services

Full / Part Time Full-Time

Regular / Temporary Regular

Job Code 8462MD

Employee Class Civil Service

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About the Job

This position supports the Department of Bioproducts & Biosystems Engineering in recruitment, student relations, and alumni and stakeholder relations. The primary focus is to effectively represent the Department and its programs, increase awareness, interest, and applications for the departmental undergraduate programs through recruitment and marketing activities. Work with other staff to develop communications for the Department, including recruitment materials, advertisements, and online content.

Job Duties

80% Student recruitment, retention, marketing and communications

• Develop and support undergraduate recruitment and retention events.
• Visit high schools, community colleges and other venues. Participate in recruitment events and career fairs organized by the college (CFANS and CSE) and University Admissions. Serve as an information source to prospective and new students. Help organize, plan and conduct outreach events targeting prospective students and parents.
• Develop, execute and maintain a communications strategy in line with the college and the University to raise awareness of BBE courses and degree options among existing and potential students and their advisors.
• Work together with career centers and industry partners to promote student placement; participate in career fairs and interact with prospective employers; assist with student job placement efforts including arranging for employer info sessions, interviews, counseling, mentoring etc.
• Collaborate with other communications staff to design, implement, coordinate and execute branding and communications plans in support of the department that are in line with college communications and marketing strategies.
• Assist undergraduate program coordinators as needed, and work with faculty, staff and students in coordinating and executing student recruitment and related events
• Assist with annual events such as Scholarship Showcase and Scholarship Gaa
• Maintain and update instructional program materials, assist with organization and instruction in orientation and other special classes and settings, assist departmental and faculty projects where appropriate.
• Assist with graduate program recruitment

10% Student Relations

events / programs that promote a sense of community.

10% Admin support

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $26.25 - $27.75 per hour; depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment Category : 100% Appointment, 12 month

Position Type : Civil-Service

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes :

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).