University of Colorado Anschutz
Colorado School of Public Health | Office of Academic & Student Affairs
Recruitment and Outreach Program Manager
Position #: 849236 – Requisition #: 40111
Join the Colorado School of Public Health as the Recruitment and Outreach Program Manager (Academic Services Program Manager). This position is a critical part of the Office of Academic & Student Affairs (OASA) that supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of the graduate recruitment and admissions processes, including strategies and activities that optimize enrollment for all programs administered through the Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH).
The Recruitment and Outreach Program Manager’s primary responsibility is to recruit highly qualified candidates to the ColoradoSPH. This position will work collaboratively with the OASA team, department chairs, and school leadership to manage recruitment and outreach by developing and implementing a yearly recruitment plan with measurable goals, objectives, and recruitment targets, as well as oversee and attend recruitment-related events as a representative of the school. This position will advise and guide faculty and prospective students, problem-solve on admissions-related issues, and serve as the primary contact for all prospective students. Additionally, this position will plan and host prospective student visits, information sessions, Fall visit day, and other recruitment events.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and evaluate a recruitment strategic plan.
Serve as main ColoradoSPH representative while managing the planning, implementation, and evaluation for all local, regional, and national recruitment events (Fall Visit Day, prospective student information sessions, open houses, campus tours, etc.).
Advise prospective students regarding ColoradoSPH and all programs administered within the school to educate, inform, and discuss options on an individual basis.
Create and manage the Student Ambassador Program and student ambassadors.
Develop relationships with targeted community college and undergraduate academic advisors, pre-health advisors, and partners for future prospective student recruitment efforts.
Manage the development of outreach communications in the SLATE database.
Manage the recruitment budget including the pricing, purchasing and reporting for recruitment materials, swag and recruitment events.
Collaborate with the Director of Admissions and Student Affairs on the creation and implementation of admissions policies, procedures, and applicant communications.
Collaborate with the Office of Marketing & Communications to develop and implement a communications plan from first lead through matriculation.
Assist with SOPHAS, SOPHAS Express, SLATE and CU-SIS processing as needed.
Lead the management of the ColoradoSPH admissions email account and answer or distribute inquiries in a timely manner.
Support OASA in “all-hands” student engagement activities for prospective and current students to ensure and enhance student engagement and connectivity, including Admitted Student Day, Public Health Forum, convocation, Orientation, etc.
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position that reports to the Director of Admissions & Student Affairs.
Work Location:
Why Join Us:
Hybrid –This position is located on the CU Anschutz Campus in Aurora, CO and is expected to work on site three days per week.
The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) is a unique and collaborative graduate school that combines the collective expertise of three Colorado universities: the University of Colorado Anschutz (CU Anschutz) in Aurora, Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in Greeley, Colorado. The Colorado School of Public Health is the only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing a vital contribution towards ensuring our region’s health and wellbeing. The school’s faculty, staff, and students work together to share knowledge and conduct innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, costly injuries, and more.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage
Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
Four (4) years of experience in a higher education setting working in the areas of academic affairs, student affairs, and/or student services.
Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
2 years’ experience in admissions and recruitment for graduate programs
Experience with CU-SIS systems, common application (SOPHAS)
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
Must be able to travel within the state and to several out-of-state events annually.
Must be able to work flexible work schedules to complete event timelines.
Must possess and maintain current valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, satisfactory driving record, and personal automobile liability insurance.
Must be willing and able to drive own vehicle for work events as needed (state mileage reimbursement available.)
Must be able to comfortably lift 25 pounds and perform minimal physical demands.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced understanding and knowledge of the field of public health
Knowledge of higher education recruitment, admissions, administration
Professional written and verbal communication skills are required to effectively develop reports for faculty and departmental administrators, staff, affiliates, and campus administration.
Comfortable with public speaking
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to manage a wide variety of tasks in a typical workday and to balance competing priorities
Analytical and reasoning ability
Problem solving and decision-making ability
Must possess a high level of interpersonal and customer service skills.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae / Resume
A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address should be available upon request.
Questions should be directed to: Megan Freije, Megan.Freije@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Screening begins immediately and continues until June 14, 2026.
Anticipated Salary Range:
The starting target salary for this position has been established as $68,000 - $79,000.
The above salary represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Equal Opportunity Statement:
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
As the School of Public Health located within the University of Colorado on the Anschutz Campus, we are committed to developing and sustaining a faculty, staff, and student body that reflects a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. We advocate for and actively lead efforts and activities to build a community that treats people with dignity, respect, and compassion among the school’s students, staff, faculty, and external community partners.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program
