UNDERGRADUATE RECRUITER (TEMPORARY)

$67,512 - $70,212/Yr

University of Washington - Bothell, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bothell, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Undergraduate Recruiter is a vital member of the Diversity & Access team within the undergraduate student services at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington. This position is designed to attract and support the next generation of outstanding computer scientists and engineers who reflect the diverse demographics of Washington state and the varied needs of technology users globally. The Diversity & Access team is committed to broadening participation in computing through K-12 outreach and recruitment efforts, as well as undergraduate retention initiatives that ensure students from all backgrounds feel a sense of belonging and can thrive within the Allen School. The role involves extensive travel to high schools and community colleges across Washington state to recruit incoming direct-to-major and transfer students. The Undergraduate Recruiter will meet with prospective students and their families, respond to inquiries, read transfer applications, and co-plan recruitment events. This position is temporary, lasting for 12 months, and is crucial in fostering a welcoming community for students from underrepresented groups in computing, including women, African American, Hispanic, American Indian, Native Hawaiian, Native Pacific Islander, and students with disabilities. The team also embraces a broader definition of underrepresentation, including LGBTQ+ individuals, first-generation college students, and those from low-income backgrounds. The Undergraduate Recruiter will work under the supervision of the Assistant Director for Diversity & Access and the Allen School Admissions Specialist, contributing to the school's mission of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of computer science and engineering. The position requires a commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and involves various responsibilities, including counseling prospective students, managing recruitment events, and maintaining recruitment materials.

Responsibilities

• Travel to Washington State high schools, community colleges, community events, and college fairs to represent the Allen School.
• Present monthly Direct-to-Major and Transfer Information Sessions in collaboration with the Allen School Admissions Specialist and Student Recruitment Representative Team.
• Represent the Allen School at recruitment events hosted by UW campus partners.
• Serve on the Allen School's Admitted Student Day Planning Committee.
• Counsel prospective student applicants about opportunities available at UW & the Allen School, the admissions process, and academic preparation.
• Individually advise Transfer and Running Start applicants through one-on-one appointments.
• Respond to email inquiries from prospective students and maintain template responses.
• Host drop-in advising hours as part of the UW's Transfer Thursday program.
• Manage a caseload of approximately 15 Washington high schools and 8 community colleges, establishing partnerships and scheduling travel.
• Serve on the Allen School transfer admissions committee.
• Assist with the maintenance of Allen School recruitment materials including flyers and websites.
• Attend weekly Communications, Outreach, and Recruitment meetings with the Office of Admissions.
• Keep updated records and documentation of Allen School recruitment efforts.
• Support events and programs hosted by other members of the Diversity & Access Team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Counseling, STEM, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of college admissions and/or outreach experience, or equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in college admissions or recruitment.
• Knowledge of HTML.

Benefits

• Generous benefits and work/life programs as a UW employee.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Unique resources in an environment noted for diversity and intellectual excitement.