How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation's number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Responsibilities*

Undergraduate Recruiting and Outreach (50%)

• In collaboration with the associate chair for undergraduate education and undergraduate ASO team members, participate in the development of short-term and long-term undergraduate recruiting plans designed to strategically increase the number of ME majors, engage K-12 students in learning about mechanical engineering, use data to assess progress, and collaborate with University and College recruiting offices
• Coordinate all aspects of undergraduate recruiting initiatives and events, including designing events that are accessible for all participants
• Coordinate the undergraduate major declaration process, including checking intended majors' prerequisites, leading the declaration orientation event, facilitating introduction of students to advisors who they will work with going forward, executing administrative steps in student declarations.
• Respond to all questions and requests from prospective undergraduate students; including one-on-one appointments to discuss the major and the possibility/process of declaring
• Coordinate all aspects of ME's participation in College and University undergraduate recruitment events such as Majors Fair and Campus Day
• Collaborate with ME's marketing and communications team to develop recruiting materials and marketing strategies; including print orders
• Collaborate with ME's manager of diversity and inclusion to design and implement inclusive recruiting approaches
• Develop and maintain undergraduate recruiting content on ME's website
• Maintain monthly data reporting on ME student demographics
   

Undergraduate Advising and Student Support (40%)

• Respond to routine requests from prospective and current undergraduate students 
• Evaluate and approve electronically-submitted undergraduate student degree plans, with support from and referral to undergraduate advisors, as needed
• Contribute to the creation of equitable, inclusive, and sustainable student support in ME
• Support generally ME's undergraduate advising program and initiatives, including logistics related to career advising initiatives, ME's transfer student initiative, and overall program evaluation

Administrative Assistance (10%)

• Engage in continuous evaluation of the role's administrative practices for unintended barriers and/or inequality. Research and suggest innovative practices to replace old ones.
• Support ASO's in-person office functions, including regular weekly office coverage and community events
• Assist with other administrative tasks and projects, as directed

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree or four years of student services experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications*

Previous experience in a student services role

Work Schedule

This position may be eligible for a flex or hybrid remote work schedule.

Additional Information

Term-limited and seasonal position: mid-July through mid-May in the first year, and mid-August through mid-May (2025) in the second year.

The pay range reflects a year-round, full-time position.  The actual income will be pro-rated based on 9-10 months of effort for this seasonal appointment mid-July (or mid-August for second year) through mid-May.

This position reports administratively and functionally to the student services manager with occasional functional supervision by other team members on specific projects.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.