Program Coordinator for Recruitment and Outreach

Campus / College Information :

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.

C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled.

Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas.

The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world. Background Checks

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Position Summary / Purpose of Position : Reporting to the Program Manager for Recruitment and Outreach, the Program Coordinator for Recruitment and Outreach will lead the Clark Ambassador Program and support all recruitment

and outreach activities for the college.

The program coordinator will meet with prospective students and groups, develop marketing materials, and gather and analyze recruitment and event data.

They will lead the Clark Ambassador Program, approximately 50current student workers who meet with prospective students and represent the Clark School at recruitment events.

The program coordinator will be responsible for maintaining the functionality of the program, ensuring that Ambassadors are having a valuable professional development experience while meeting the college’s recruitment needs.

The program coordinator will participate in the review of admission and scholarship applications and play a leadership role in planning Clark School events for Maryland Day.

This position may require occasional weekend and evening work and travel.

The A. James Clark School of Engineering at the University of Maryland catalyzes high-quality research, innovation, and learning, preparing our students to create innovations that will address the 21st century Grand Challenges (e.

g., energy, environment, security, and human health) and

improve the human condition. The Clark School is dedicated to leading and transforming the engineering discipline and profession, accelerating entrepreneurship, and transforming research and learning activities into innovations that benefit millions.

Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks : Minimum Qualifications : Education :

Bachelor’s degree.

Experience :

At least 2-4 years of related experience working with students in a role related to undergraduate admissions, student recruitment, and / or student programming.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of students, administration, faculty, staff, and other constituents and colleagues.
• Experience in managing and tracking data.

Preferences : Preferences :

• Background in undergraduate recruitment, program administration, scholarship administration, and / or student programming.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with K-12 and community college partners.
• Prior participation on admission or scholarship selection committees.
• Experience with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of university admissions or similar practices and procedures.
• Experience with website editing or website design.
• Knowledge of the University of Maryland, College Park.

Additional Certifications : Additional Information : Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Physical Demands

• Able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Capable of exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and / or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

A cart will be provided for moving materials and supplies.

• Substantial repetitive movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and / or fingers from computer entry work.
• Good visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
• Must be able to maneuver around the campus to attend meetings and pick up time- sensitive or valuable items from other departments.
• Must be able to travel locally to conduct recruitment visits to Maryland community colleges and high schools.
• Able to communicate with faculty, staff, and students who have inquiries. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Able to speak in front of large groups.
30+ days ago