STUDENT-(AY26/27) Admission Host

Ithaca College • Ithaca, NY

1d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

IC students interested in giving back to the IC Community and assisting the Office of Admission with recruiting efforts are encouraged to apply for the Admission Host Committee tour guide position. As an Admission Host, you will be an ambassador of the college who embodies the spirit of the institution. Admission Hosts are often the first point of contact and a valuable source of information for prospective students and their supporters. What we look for in an Admission Host: Articulate, professional, and responsible individuals Share a strong enthusiasm and passion for Ithaca College Value a diverse and inclusive work environment Can address questions accurately, honestly, and optimistically Flexible, and committed to the position Have professional public speaking and communication skills Possess a positive attitude and take initiative Must be currently in their first-year, sophomore, or junior year to apply and not be planning a semester away for the fall 2026 semester Pay Rate: $16.00 Admission Hosts are expected to: Participate in the New Hire training program consisting of shadowing, committee meetings, and training sessions Provide an informational walking tour of campus that is aproximately two miles in total weekdays and on occasional Saturday visits and events Staff greeter and reception desk shifts, as needed Participate in virtual admission events Participate in Open House and Accepted Student programs Be comfortable in fostering an equitable and inclusive culture Be in good academic standing To Apply an applicant needs to: apply online at ithaca.edu/jobs including: a resume, cover letter, and your answers to the questions shared below . Questions about the online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected]. Screening of applications will begin immediately. Complete the application in the HR Cloud by 5 pm on Monday, April 13 , and include the following required documents: Resume Cover Letter Admission Host Questions Please add answers to the following questions to your cover letter : IC email address Cellphone number Major(s), minor(s) Month/year of expected graduation (MM/YYYY) Short Answer Questions: If there is one thing about Ithaca College that you would change (not the weather or the stairs), what would it be? How would you present this to a prospective student and/or family if they asked this question? What skills and experiences would you bring to the Admission Host Committee that would be an asset? Why do you think connecting with current students is so important in the college decision-making process? Once your application has been received, it will be reviewed and a select number of applicants will be chosen to interview. Interviews are planned to occur in April. Positon to begin the beginning of the fall semester. If you have any questions, please contact Beth Gailor at [email protected] or admissionhosts@ ithaca.edu For questions, please contact Student Employment at [email protected]. Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Requirements

• Articulate, professional, and responsible individuals
• Share a strong enthusiasm and passion for Ithaca College
• Value a diverse and inclusive work environment
• Can address questions accurately, honestly, and optimistically
• Flexible, and committed to the position
• Have professional public speaking and communication skills
• Possess a positive attitude and take initiative
• Must be currently in their first-year, sophomore, or junior year to apply and not be planning a semester away for the fall 2026 semester

Responsibilities

• Participate in the New Hire training program consisting of shadowing, committee meetings, and training sessions
• Provide an informational walking tour of campus that is aproximately two miles in total weekdays and on occasional Saturday visits and events
• Staff greeter and reception desk shifts, as needed
• Participate in virtual admission events
• Participate in Open House and Accepted Student programs
• Be comfortable in fostering an equitable and inclusive culture
• Be in good academic standing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees