Job Details

Student Admissions Assistant

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Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Business Title - Student Admissions Assistant

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Number - 20161769STD

Department Summary - Student Admissions Assistants "Ambassadors" serve as the student face of Ohio University Southern by welcoming prospective students and families, supporting recruitment initiatives, and promoting the university throughout the Tri-State region. Through conversations and peer-to-peer engagement, ambassadors help prospective students explore educational opportunities, navigate the enrollment process, and envision themselves as future Bobcats. Student Ambassadors work collaboratively with Admissions, the Office of Student Services, faculty, and campus partners to support recruitment events, campus visits, community outreach, and student engagement activities while fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus environment.

Job Profile - Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Supports the admissions office by processing applications, assisting prospective students and other guests with inquiries, scheduling and conducting campus tours, and providing general administrative support in the admissions process. Represents and communicates the unique student experience at Ohio University. May participate in daily visits, large special visit programs, special group visits, individual VIP tours, and question-and-answer panels. May staff office front desks to welcome and serve campus guests. May conduct out-bound calls to prospective and admitted students family members. May assist with managing inbound emails.

Level Summary - Performs basic tasks and assists with administrative or operational duties under supervision. The role is entry-level and aimed at providing exposure to workplace environments.

Supervisory Responsibilities: - Limited supervisory responsibilities. May supervise other student workers.

Fiscal Responsibilities: - No budgetary responsibility.

Problem Solving: - Addresses routine, well-defined problems under supervision.

Independence of Action: - Works under close supervision.

Communication and Collaboration: - Communicates primarily with supervisor and peers. Collaborates with team members to accomplish tasks. Communicates externally with prospective students, family members, and other influencers in the college decision making process.

Minimum Qualifications - Enrolled for classes at Ohio University during the current semester or immediate previous semester. Able to follow instructions and complete tasks within deadlines. Basic knowledge of office software and communication tools. Departments may have specific minimum requirements. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Working Condition/Physical Demands: - This role requires ability to provide walking tours of campus and escorts guests to various locations across campus, stand for extended periods of time to direct visitors and guests, sit at a desk for extended periods with extensive use of a computer. Occasionally, the job may require travel off-campus to attend meetings and programs.

Work Schedule/Location: Responsibilities generally occur between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm Monday through Saturday. However, there may be some work required earlier than 8 am or later than 8 pm or on Sundays.

Department - Admissions

Pay Rate - Hourly rate based on university student employment pay scale.

FLSA Status - Non-Exempt

Posting Open Date - 08/28/2026

Posting End Date - 12/01/2026

Job Category - Student Hourly

Planning Unit - Vice President Enrollment Management

Work Schedule - 10–20 hours per week, depending on recruitment and campus programming needs. Availability to support evening and weekend recruitment and student engagement activities, as needed.

Campus - Southern (Ironton, Ohio)

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. - Jesse "Tyler" Grubbs

Non-Discrimination Statement - Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Employment Type - Part-Time

Job Level - STUDENT

Job Family - Student Hourly Employee

Job Sub Family - Student Admissions Assistant

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. References