Admissions Recruitment Ambassador

Eastern Kentucky University • Richmond, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Admissions Recruitment Ambassadors help create a welcoming, positive, and impactful visit experience at Eastern Kentucky University. Working primarily with prospective students, families, and guests, the role supports the recruitment process for the Office of Enrollment Management and requires reliability, attention to detail, and regular interaction with the public.

Ambassadors lead campus tours, support Welcome Center administrative and operational functions, and participate in in-person, virtual, and special admissions events. The work schedule is built around university tour times and events, with several full shifts each week preferred. Standard weekday shifts run Monday through Friday at 8:00–9:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., 12:00–1:00 p.m., and 1:00–4:00 p.m. Saturday visits and evening Twilight events may also require work, so scheduling flexibility is needed. The position is part-time, with no benefits, and pays $12.00 per hour. Candidates must be enrolled full time at EKU. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled full time at EKU.
• Must be reliable, attentive to detail, and willing to work regularly with the public.
• Must have scheduling flexibility to accommodate tours and special events, including Saturday visits and evening Twilight events.

Nice To Haves

• Availability to work several full shifts each week is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead tours for prospective students, families, and/or high school students, showcasing campus and promoting the EKU experience.
• Assist with Welcome Center administrative functions, including answering phones and emails and interacting regularly with the public and campus community.
• Support Welcome Center operations by maintaining inventory, setting up event spaces, restocking complimentary coffee and refreshments, and keeping the space tidy.
• Participate in in-person Spotlight events, virtual events, and other special events hosted by the Office of Admissions.
• Attend and participate in required meetings and training established by the Admissions professional staff team.
• Perform other duties related to assisting prospective students, families, guests, inquiries, and applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed