Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Kenzie Kepple, kenzie.kepple@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

This is a remote position stationed in the Oklahoma City, OK, area, supporting the OSU Stillwater campus. Work schedule may extend beyond regular office hours of 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, as needed, to complete assignments. Travel (in-state and out-of-state) away from campus multiple times per month with the duration ranging from 1 to 12 days. Overnight stays often required depending on the time of year.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$19.25 - $28.00 Hourly

Special Instructions to Applicants

A cover letter, resume and list of three professional references is required for full consideration.

About this Position

Recruit and assist prospective students in the Oklahoma City metro area to attend OSU's main campus in Stillwater and meet individual territory and overall admission enrollment goals.

Serve, promote and represent the University by being the primary point of contact for prospective students, families and counselors.

Discuss policies/procedures required for admission, housing, scholarships/financial aid with prospective students, families and counselors. Proactively anticipate student needs and respond appropriately.

Conduct trend analysis for an assigned territory; formulate action plans based on analysis. Work in conjunction with recruitment staff and leadership to integrate the results of analysis and planning into the University's overall enrollment plan.

Demonstrate self-direction, creativity and strategic thinking in prospect development, yield enhancement activities, information services and problem resolution. Determine and execute strategies for effective outreach for an assigned territory; develop and initiate communication/activities to accomplish enrollment goals. Outreach includes measured benchmarks of student contact including monthly goals for calls, texts, emails and personal interactions.

Give presentations to large and small groups of prospective students/families, on and off-campus, about the opportunities available at OSU; provide campus tours when needed and actively participate in recruitment on and off-campus events.

An essential function of this position is to maintain a personalized public presence in a wide range of environments such as high schools, college fairs, community locations, among others. This may include and is not limited to publication and broadcast of full name, work contact information, and time, date, and/or location of recruitment activity.

Travel (in-state and out-of-state) away from office multiple times per month with the duration ranging from 1 to 12 days. Overnight stays often required depending on the time of year.

Work schedule may extend beyond regular office hours of 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday, as needed, to complete assignments.

Assist with daily office operations including answering phones, responding to email, greeting and providing counsel to prospective students, families and guests to meet our customer service goals.

Participate in the development and execution of on and off-campus recruitment, conversion and yield activities/events designed to market Oklahoma State University to prospective freshman (and transfer) students.

This position is fully remote in the Oklahoma City, OK, area with the exception of consistent visits to area high schools and college fairs, meetings with prospective student families, designated on-campus events in Stillwater and any other duties assigned that may require in-person attendance. However, any offer is contingent upon approval by University Human Resources in consideration of OSU policies, labor laws, and suitability to the work of the position/department. If remote work is approved, employee may not have an office on campus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's

  Bachelor's degree conferred prior to or upon start date.

  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Admissions Counselor I: One year related experience

  Admissions Counselor II: Two years related experience

  Senior Admissions Counselor I: Three years related experience

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid Driver's License required

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

This job requires a high level of internal and external public contact serving as a liaison between the Admissions Office, various academic units and other organizations within the university. Strong written, verbal communication and technical skills are necessary. Knowledge of MS applications. Ability to lift 45 lbs. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years related experience