Student Recruiter

Gaston College is seeking candidates for a Student Recruiter opening.

Summary

Open until filled

Annual Salary: $37,592.00

Student recruiters are highly visible and active representatives of the College that are responsible for recruiting prospective students (high school students and adults), assessing their educational needs, and explaining the benefits of Gaston College programs. This position reports to the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and facilitating recruiting activities for the College to include, but not limited to, information sessions, campus tours, and off-site recruiting booths/presentations.
• Utilize a variety of communication methods (in-person, phone, email, etc.) to encourage prospective students to visit campus, apply and complete the admissions and enrollment processes.
• Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.?
• Work with the Recruiting Coordinator to support the implementation of the College’s recruitment plan.
• Assist the Marketing and Communications department with College events, including the handling of the College’s mascot.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct in-person and virtual information sessions and campus tours for school groups and other prospective student visitors.
• Assist the Recruiting Coordinator in the development of individual program recruitment plans; promote and maintain awareness of programs and other student services.
• Assist the recruiting coordinator in building and maintaining relationships with various high school and community groups to facilitate access to opportunities at Gaston College for prospective students.
• Promote the College and our programs to prospective students, parents of prospective students, and other key groups that influence prospective students. Deliver approved recruiting presentations and/or distribute approved marketing materials (in-person and virtually), at high schools, local businesses/ organizations, and other community locations.
• Actively participate in college/career fairs at high schools, local community outreach events and other recruiting activities where we can reach prospective students.
• Garner and maintain a strong working knowledge of the College organization, services and educational programs.
• Provide support and assistance to Admissions and Educational Partnerships as needed during high-peak enrollment times. This may include assisting with follow-up for prospective students that have not yet completed the admissions process.
• Maintain a high standard of professional and ethical practice in representing the College. Maintain confidentiality of applicable information. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the field or discipline with continued adherence to professional accountability. Accept responsibility for managing situations and problems. Provide a high level of service to customers by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and partnerships. Work cooperatively with team members and colleagues, contributing positively and constructively to the achievement of team and College objectives. Adhere to the College’s policies, procedures, and other established guidelines
• Utilize and maintain various student information systems and technology to enter and track prospective students.

Minimum Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred.
• Associate degree from an accredited institution required.

Minimum Experience Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with a high degree of detail orientation with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, work independently and communicate effectively required.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills required.
• One year of experience in admissions, recruiting, direct sales or customer service required.
• Proficiency in Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours will be required.
• Ability to drive to and from off-site locations in Gaston and Lincoln counties required.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, and talk/hear for extended periods of time; lift, maneuver, and transport recruiting items; lift and maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular** employees.

• Dental Insurance
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount Program
• Supplemental Retirement Plans
• State Health Plan
• NC State Retirement Plan
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• Vision Insurance
• Longevity Pay
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
• Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
• Educational Advancement Compensation

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Notice of Nondiscrimination - Gaston College is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment and educational programs and activities and does not discriminate against all persons on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, or veterans’ status. Gaston College supports protections under all applicable state and federal laws including, but not limited to, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008. Inquiries regarding affirmative action/equal opportunity should be directed to: Chief of Staff (Employees) or Vice President for Student Affairs (Students), 201 Highway 321 South, Dallas, NC 28034 or call 704.922.6200.

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