Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist
About the Opportunity
About Mills Institute @ Northeastern University Upward
Bound
Upward Bound (UB) is a federally funded college preparatory program
that offers assistance to low-income and first-generation
college-bound students. The focus of Upward Bound is to develop
skills needed for a college education. UB is dedicated to helping
participating students graduate from high school with a solid
foundation, including completion of required coursework and a
strong GPA, necessary for entering college. Upward Bound continues
to support participants to ensure continued college enrollment and,
ultimately, graduation.
The Mills Institute @ Northeastern University Upward Bound program
has played an integral role in the Oakland Unified School District
for the last 50 years and is now beginning a relationship with the
West Contra Costa Unified School District to continue building and
expanding close relationships with eligible students and their
families. The program's ultimate goal is to equip students with the
skills and motivation necessary for college graduation.
Job Summary
The Student Recruitment & Retention Specialist provides
outreach, recruitment, and administrative support for the Upward
Bound program. Reporting to the Director, Associate Director,
and/or Office Manager, this position develops and manages
comprehensive recruitment initiatives designed to increase
participation among students from historically low college
enrollment communities. The role works directly with students,
families, partner schools, and community organizations to support
the student application and onboarding process, facilitate student
engagement activities, and assist with program operations. This is
a temporary position through April 2027 with the possibility of
extension or renewal for the [contact details available in the full listing] academic year. The position
may require travel. Compensation is $20 per hour for up to 25 hours
per week.
Reports to: Director, Associate Director, and/or Office
Manager
Supervises: None
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Recruitment of Potential Upward Bound Scholars
- Develop and manage comprehensive and strategic student
recruitment initiatives to increase the number of students from
historically low college enrollment communities
Conduct recruitment presentations at feeder school sites and
various classes
Recruit prospective students at open house events and community
outreach activities
Use data to identify students who may be eligible for the
Upward Bound program
Support prospective students and families with completion of
the Upward Bound student application
Conduct initial student and parent interviews to determine
program eligibility and assess program fit
Process applications in a timely manner
Develop program marketing materials
Maintain detailed files for program applicants
Supporting Student Retention Activities
- Facilitate workshops for newly admitted students during
bi-monthly Saturday College sessions
- Facilitate workshops for newly admitted middle school students
during Saturday College
- Conduct outreach via email, text, and telephone to recently
admitted students
- Support Upward Bound staff during Saturday College and
Wednesday events
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and community
partners to support the application and enrollment process
Program Outreach and Event Support
- Collaborate with staff to plan and implement recruitment and
engagement activities
- Conduct outreach to area high school students
- Plan and support recruitment events
General Office Support
- Support administrative tasks as assigned by the Program
Director and/or Office Manager
- Provide general program and office support as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma
- Demonstrated proficiency in a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Inspirational and culturally aware, with demonstrated knowledge
of challenges facing low-income and first-generation students
- Knowledge of child and adolescent development and different
learning styles
- Ability to effectively work with students from diverse
academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic
backgrounds
- Ability to manage multiple activities, services, deadlines, and
priorities while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
- Clean driving record and reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to multiple school sites
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Required Documents
Position Type
Temporary
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
Pay Rate:
$20/hour
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Oakland-CA/Student-Recruitment---Retention-Specialist_R141761
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