Graduate Assistant Hourly - Engineering Recruitment
Position Overview
Job Description
Recruitment and Outreach (65%)
Coordinate and support prospective student recruitment and outreach activities.
Plan and facilitate campus visits, high school visits, and recruitment programs.
Serve as a liaison with high schools, prospective students, campus partners, and student ambassadors.
Assist with the planning and execution of School of Engineering and Admissions recruitment events.
Support summer camp operations, including participant services, logistics, staff coordination, and program delivery.
Complete administrative and financial processes related to recruitment and outreach activities.
Attend recruitment, admissions, and departmental meetings as required.
Front Desk Operations and Student Supervision (20%)
Supervise, train, and schedule front desk student employees.
Ensure effective front desk operations and customer service for visitors, students, and stakeholders.
Manage office supplies, departmental communications, conference room scheduling, and lost-and-found procedures.
Support admissions-related communications and mailings.
Strategic Planning and Recruitment Support (10%)
Maintain outreach contact databases and recruitment records.
Assist with the development of marketing and recruitment materials.
Analyze recruitment data and support strategies to improve outreach effectiveness and enrollment outcomes.
Assist with planning and implementing recruitment initiatives that align with School of Engineering goals.
Other Duties as Assigned (5%)
Perform additional duties and special projects in support of departmental objectives.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate student at the University of Kansas.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
- Strong written and oral skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- An engineering bachelor’s degree is not a must, but it can be helpful.
- Experience working independently and on a team.
Position Requirements
Employment Conditions
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Contact Information to Applicants
ryansiebuhr@ku.edu