Pre-Health Professions Advisor and Recruitment Coordinator

Pre-Health Professions Advisor and Recruitment Coordinator, Kasiska Div. of Health Sciences (1328) Pocatello - Main Institution Information Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community. Job Description The focus of the Pre-Health Advisor and Recruitment Coordinator is to assist students preparing for a variety of professional health fields, including pre-medicine, pre-dental, and pre-veterinary medicine. The advisor/recruitment coordinator must be familiar with requirements for health professional programs available at Idaho State as well as at other institutions. Must be able to advise students on a variety of health programs and degree offerings, including the Bachelor of Science in Health Science. This individual is Idaho State University's point of contact for health professional school admissions committees as well as pre-requisite course departments (Biological Sciences, Chemistry, etc.) and coordinates recruitment activities in collaboration with professional programs and Kasiska Division of Health Sciences leadership. Key Responsibilities Be familiar with a variety of health professions (Medicine, Dentistry, PA, others) prerequisite and admissions requirements, as well as general education requirements; provide students with up-to-date admissions and scholarship information through regular advising. Maintain admissions-related information resources for students, including websites and fact sheets. Maintain NAAHP/WAAHP and similar memberships and attend local, regional, and national meetings. Chair the Pre-health Professions Advisory Committee and participate in Pre-health Professional Student Association activities. Coordinate recruiting activities (career fairs, etc.) for KDHS pre-health and professional programs, work with liaisons from different ISU professional programs and Biological Sciences. Work with KDHS Marketing and Communications to maintain pre-health advising website and social media presence. Manage the Pre-Health Advising Office Budget. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree One year of experience in student advising in higher education or related higher education experience Excellent written and spoken communication skills Understanding of student development theory Experience with student data management systems Preferred Qualifications Master's degree Experience in health professions advising Experience with Graduate Medical Education including Medicine, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Veterinary Medicine, Physician Assistant Studies, etc. Two or more years in student advising Experience with the Banner student management system Additional Information You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received prior to April 25, 2024. Salary will be between $50,000 to $55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight. Posting Number: req2117 Type: Working 12 months per year Position: Non-classified Staff Division: Kasiska Division of Health Sciences The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (TTY/TTD: 711), or email . Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.