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How to hire a student ambassador

Student ambassador hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring student ambassadors in the United States:

  • The median cost to hire a student ambassador is $1,633.
  • It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
  • HR departments typically allocate 15% of their budget towards recruitment efforts.
  • Small businesses spend $1,105 per student ambassador on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
  • It takes approximately 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
  • There are a total of 15,844 student ambassadors in the US, and there are currently 19,462 job openings in this field.
  • Lawrence, KS, has the highest demand for student ambassadors, with 6 job openings.

How to hire a student ambassador, step by step

To hire a student ambassador, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a student ambassador:

Here's a step-by-step student ambassador hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a student ambassador job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new student ambassador
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a student ambassador do?

The role of student ambassadors is to welcome students and their families to campus and provide assistance to staff at events. They are carefully chosen based on their personality, character, communication skills, and grades. They are also responsible for several tasks that include leading the way for campus groups and assisting staff in student admission or events like orientation. Ambassadors also assist with student recruitment via social media or phone calls. Student ambassadors play an important role in the enrollment decision of prospective students.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    The student ambassador hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a student ambassador to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a student ambassador that fits the bill.

    The following list breaks down different types of student ambassadors and their corresponding salaries.

    Type of Student AmbassadorDescriptionHourly rate
    Student Ambassador$9-15
    Promotions InternshipA promotions intern is responsible for assisting the sales and marketing department, developing strategic procedures to increase revenues, and identify business opportunities by researching current market trends to meet customers' demands. Promotions interns perform various duties to support the department's daily operations under the supervision of a direct supervisor, shadowing tenured staff, and observing processes to develop initiatives... Show more$11-25
    Insurance Sales RepresentativeAn insurance sales representative is primarily responsible for securing insurance sales by reaching out to clients through calls, correspondence, and even appointments. They are also responsible for gathering client information, discussing and recommending suitable terms, and even providing advice to meet their needs, all while building rapport to ensure customer satisfaction... Show more$18-46
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Alumni Events
    • GPA
    • Outreach Events
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Twitter
    • Financial Aid
    • Front Desk
    • Open Houses
    • Quality Customer Service
    • Student Life
    • Professional Development
    • Public Speaking
    • Recruitment Events
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    Responsibilities:
    • Help troubleshoot public computers according to directions and also manage database of library.
    • Respond to student questions on the Facebook page and give campus tours
    • Monitor the accepted students Facebook page: answering questions and providing info.
    • Develop and teach a class while in Australia using a PowerPoint presentation.
    • Help prepare PowerPoint presentations with information for prospective students.
    • Participate in SA training on college policies, educational requirements and services, team building and leadership development
    More student ambassador duties
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your student ambassador job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A student ambassador salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

    For example, the average salary for a student ambassador in Montana may be lower than in Vermont, and an entry-level student ambassador usually earns less than a senior-level student ambassador. Additionally, a student ambassador with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

    Average student ambassador salary

    $12.42hourly

    $25,836 yearly

    Entry-level student ambassador salary
    $20,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 17, 2025

    Average student ambassador salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1Nevada$28,481$14
    2Idaho$27,955$13
    3New York$27,764$13
    4Massachusetts$27,365$13
    5Maryland$27,270$13
    6New Mexico$27,067$13
    7Washington$26,954$13
    8Florida$26,803$13
    9Arizona$26,441$13
    10District of Columbia$25,343$12
    11Missouri$25,229$12
    12Colorado$24,936$12
    13Texas$24,841$12
    14Utah$24,559$12
    15New Hampshire$24,527$12
    16Virginia$23,336$11
    17Alaska$23,287$11
    18Illinois$22,453$11
    19Ohio$22,354$11
    20Wyoming$21,840$11

    Average student ambassador salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1U.S. Bank$31,167$14.98
    2Chegg$30,443$14.64
    3Community College System of New Hampshire$30,364$14.60
    4Banfield Pet Hospital$29,650$14.2531
    5Wolfram$29,528$14.20
    6Kaplan$28,733$13.8182
    7Compass Group USA$28,307$13.61142
    8Howard Community College$27,554$13.251
    9Northern Essex Community College$27,398$13.17
    10Metropolitan State University of Denver$27,076$13.023
    11Aramark$26,972$12.97255
    12Cengage Learning$26,642$12.813
    13Sodexo Management, Inc.$26,341$12.66140
    14Tacoma Community College$26,292$12.641
    15Education Works$26,283$12.64
    16Unitek Learning$26,179$12.595
    17Osmosis$26,135$12.562
    18Covenant College$25,986$12.494
    19Genesee Community College$25,884$12.441
    20The University of Kansas Health System$25,775$12.393
  4. Writing a student ambassador job description

    A student ambassador job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a student ambassador job description:

    Student ambassador job description example

    The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 90 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.


    POSITION SUMMARY:

    Student Ambassadors are representatives of the student body at the University of Saint Mary. They assist the admissions department with the recruitment of prospective students by promoting the programs and services available with the recruitment of prospective students by promoting the programs and services available at USM. This is a paid part-time position.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    • Provide Campus Tours
    • Work with Prospective students
    • Promote Student activities and services
    • Recruit prospective students via telephone out reach
    • Assist with special events as needed (some evenings and weekends)

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Must be a current USM student with strong academic standing
    • Willing to commit to 6-7 hours a week which may include evenings and weekends
    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
    • Be a positive and productive team member
    • Display leadership skills
    • Attend monthly meetings and mandatory trainings.


    TO APPLY:
    Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.

    Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


  5. Post your job

    There are a few common ways to find student ambassadors for your business:

    • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
    • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
    • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your student ambassador job on Zippia to find and recruit student ambassador candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    During your first interview to recruit student ambassadors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new student ambassador

    Once you've decided on a perfect student ambassador candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

    You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

    To prepare for the new student ambassador first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a student ambassador?

Recruiting student ambassadors involves both the one-time costs of hiring and the ongoing costs of adding a new employee to your team. Your spending during the hiring process will mostly be on things like promoting the job on job boards, reviewing and interviewing candidates, and onboarding the new hire. Ongoing costs will obviously involve the employee's salary, but also may include things like benefits.

Student ambassadors earn a median yearly salary is $25,836 a year in the US. However, if you're looking to find student ambassadors for hire on a contract or per-project basis, hourly rates typically range between $9 and $15.

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