Academic Program Services Specialist

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Job Title:

Academic Program Services Specialist 2

Department:

FAES | Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics

The Department of Agricultural Communication, Education, and Leadership (ACEL) seeks a highly organized, student-centered Undergraduate Program Manager to lead undergraduate recruitment, student engagement, and student success initiatives. This position plays a key role in attracting future students, supporting current students, and fostering a welcoming, connected community from recruitment through graduation.

Reporting to the Department Chair, the Undergraduate Program Manager serves as the primary contact for prospective students and families, coordinates departmental recruitment and student engagement activities, supports students transitioning from Ohio State ATI and regional campuses to Columbus, and manages scholarship, recognition, and student event processes.

The role works closely with faculty, academic advisors, college recruitment teams, the department's Communication and Marketing Specialist, and external stakeholders including Ohio FFA, agricultural educators, employers, and industry partners.

• Lead departmental recruitment efforts for undergraduate majors in Agricultural Communication, Agriscience Education, and Community Leadership.
• Represent ACEL at CFAES and university recruitment events, including State and National FFA Convention, Spark Expo, FFA Camp, career fairs, and Explore Our Fields Day.
• Coordinate prospective student and family visits, including individualized experiences and event-based visits.
• Track recruitment and applicant engagement to inform outreach strategies.
• Collaborate with the Communication and Marketing Specialist to develop recruitment content and messaging.

• Design and implement programs that promote student engagement, retention, and success.
• Serve as a primary departmental resource for undergraduate students.
• Support student organizations and student-focused initiatives.
• Partner with academic advisors and program leaders to connect students with campus resources and support services.

• Support ACEL students attending Ohio State ATI, Wooster, and regional campuses.
• Coordinate transition programming that assists students moving to the Columbus campus.
• Organize faculty visits, student visits, and community-building activities across campuses.
• Collaborate with CFAES recruitment and student services teams to enhance student success and retention.

• Plan and coordinate departmental student events, including the annual ACEL Spring Recognition Banquet.
• Manage undergraduate scholarship processes, including application administration, committee support, student notifications, and recognition activities.
• Coordinate student awards and recognition programs.
• Support donor stewardship efforts, scholarship appreciation activities, and college-wide recognition events.

• Monitor and report enrollment and recruitment data across Columbus, Wooster, and regional campuses.
• Support departmental assessment and evaluation efforts, including surveys and data collection.
• Contribute information for annual reports, accreditation reviews, and program evaluations.
• Manage student communication channels and ensure information is timely, accurate, and aligned with university standards.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and…