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  • Outreach Assistant (Temp): School of Public Policy

    Outreach Assistant (Temporary University Specialist), School of Public Policy

    JOB SUMMARY

    The UConn School of Public Policy is seeking a 20-hour/week Recruiter to lead recruitment efforts for the School’s executive-track Master of Public Administration program (“MPA Fellows”) which is expanding to the UConn Stamford campus for the spring 2024 semester. The Recruiter proactively identifies prospective students and works with them throughout all stages of the admissions process from inquiry to application submission. This position is responsible for working with communicating with prospective students daily, generating new leads with substantial follow-up, maintaining inquiry information in a CRM system, attending in-person and virtual recruiting events, and hosting in-person and virtual information sessions. The position is based at UConn Stamford in Stamford, CT but is part of the School of Public Policy team based at UConn Hartford. In-state travel throughout Fairfield County as well as evenings and weekends will be required in support of program needs.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Developing the overall recruitment strategy for the MPA Fellows in Stamford including, but not limited to, information sessions, workshops, and outreach to public and nonprofit sector organizations.
    • Leading and executing regional recruitment initiatives to achieve enrollment goals.
    • Creating, preparing, and updating promotional materials for recruitment, info sessions, event promotions, company visits, and university visits.
    • Developing print, digital, and email campaigns, and web content.
    • Serving as a liaison and first point of contact between prospective students and organizations.
    • Generating leads, establishing, and maintaining relationships with prospective students through calls, emails, meetings, and other initiatives as necessary. 
    • Entering lead information into a CRM system and maintaining an inquiry database.
    • Creating reports regarding prospective student data to develop strategic recruitment strategies and identify and document student tracking methods to determine yield rates from various outreach activities.
    • Initiating and maintaining regular communication with prospective students to provide a high level of customer service, as the first point of contact, and counseling prospective students throughout the application process.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience
    • Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
    • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
    • Demonstrated ability for accuracy and attention to detail.
    • Willingness and ability to work evening and weekend hours on occasion in support of the School and/or program activities.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience planning and promoting programs or events.
    • Experience utilizing technology in work responsibilities.
    • Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) technology, such as Slate or similar software.
    • Proven experience working well as part of a team. 
    • Demonstrated excellent ability to work effectively with students as well as external agencies/groups and the public. 
    • Ability to engage, connect, and work with diverse student, administrative, and faculty populations and provide a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in an educational setting.

    APPOINTMENT TERMS

    This is a part-time, 20 hours per week, temporary position located at UConn Stamford in Stamford, CT.

    TO APPLY

    Applications should include a current resume, contact information for three professional

    references, and a letter of interest that explains how your skills and experience match the qualifications required and the duties and responsibilities of the position and any preferred qualifications.

    Email application materials to School of Public Policy Director Mohamad Alkadry at mohamad.alkadry@uconn.edu. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Successful applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

    Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

    All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

    The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

    For more information, contact: Mohamad Alkadry at mohamad.alkadry@uconn.edu