STUDENT: Visit & Event Assistant, Admissions

STUDENT: Visit & Event Assistant, Admissions

• Minnesota, United States
• Student Employee

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Title: STUDENT: Visit & Event Assistant, Admissions

VP Area: VP - Enrollment Management & Marketing

Department: Admissions

Position Compensation: $13.50 per hour

Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:

Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God's Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern - St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:

To assist the Office of Admissions in the successful recruitment and enrollment of prospective students through coordinating and assisting with recruiting events.

Hours per week: 5-10

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with administrative responsibilities and detailed planning related to prospective student events
• Provide day-of event support for both on and off-campus recruiting events, such as New Student Days and New Student Orientation
• Create daily visit schedules and track new visit requests
• Communicate with prospective students, families, staff, and faculty via phone and email
• Assist with photography, design, and planning for the Admissions' social media account
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:

Required

• Traditional undergraduate student at Northwestern for a minimum of one (1) semester
• Basic photography and design skills
• Prior customer service and/or events experience
• Able to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• General knowledge of campus activities, programs, and organizations
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern's mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community

Nice to Have

• Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design, and Event Planning majors or minors
• Previous experience with Canva

Key Skills:

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Punctuality & Initiative: Prompt, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with shifting responsibilities.
• Background Check: Must pass background check as a condition of employment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.