Posted August 13, 2026
Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States 15260
Full-Time
Reference: 286445975
Undergraduate Recruitment Specialist
Admissions & Financial Aid - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26004816)
Job Summary
Represents the University in new student recruitment and participates in the evaluation of applicants. Participates in recruitment activities and projects, both in and out of state.
Essential Functions
- Helps coordinate both OAFA's and the School of Computing and Information's presence at admissions programs and recruitment events.
- Represents both offices by delivering presentations and facilitating Q&A sessions with prospective and admitted students and their families.
- Assists with developing and implementing recruitment strategies to attract a diverse and academically talented pool of first-year applicants.
- Acts as an academic expert, providing guidance on SCI majors, career pathways, and opportunities while collaborating with both OAFA and SCI staff throughout the recruitment process.
- Corresponds and interacts with prospective students, applicants, advisors, and others seeking information on admissions standards, academic programs, student experiences, and career outcomes.
- Conducts informational meetings with prospective students and their families.
Physical Effort
Mobility with regard to possible travel within the United States. Valid driver’s license is required. May be required to carry a box of material (up to 50 lbs.) from car and/or from building to building or between floors.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Admissions Counselor III
Job Family: Academic & Student Services
Job Sub Family: Admissions, Enrollment, & Recruitment
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends will be required
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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