Enrollment Specialist

Job Duties

1. Assist students with enrollment services processes to include Financial Aid, Admissions and Registration.

2. Provide advisement services for students in matters related to their programs of study to include academic, health related and career/technical education.

3. Provide information services as it relates to the college offerings, university transfer information, and career pathways.

4. Utilize the SCT Banner software, NOLIJ , Degree Works, Schedule Planner, and other appropriate software to support office procedures as related to Enrollment Services.

5. Be fluent with the required forms that pertain to the students that are identified as veterans, vocational rehabilitation, WIOA , SOC , etc.

6. Assist with the planning and coordination of campus-wide student retention and recruitment efforts.

7. Assist with the coordination and facilitation of orientation programs.

8. Assist in the coordination of visits to the MGCCC Campus/Center by college, university, and/or military recruiters.

9. Assist with the preparation of institutional reports, administration/evaluation of surveys and other institutional effectiveness and research activities.

10. Serve as an active member of appropriate campus and college committees as appointed.

11. Continuously strive to achieve/maintain the college mission, values, and goals by making a positive difference.

12. Stay current concerning trends and policy changes related to higher education to include articulation agreements.

13. Assist with representing the college in activities at high school and community events.

14. Assist students with computerized career assessment tools and interpret results, when appropriate.

15. Handle difficult situations with positive and professional composure at all times.

16. Upgrade skill level and performance through employee development and/or attend appropriate conferences, workshops and seminars.

17. Be familiar with and abide by MGCCC Policies and Procedures Manual.

19. Assist in all aspects of graduation preparation and execution prior to and during the ceremony.

20. Serve as a supportive college representative in daily activities.

21. Participate in activities and meetings called by the Director of Enrollment Services or Dean of Student Services & Enrollment Management.

22. Perform other duties that are implied, related and/or recommended by the Director of Enrollment Services or Dean of Student Services & Enrollment Management.

23. Continuously strive to achieve/maintain the college mission, values, and goals.

(M1) Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Education Counseling, Student Personnel, or related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

(M2) Minimum of two (2) years of experience in areas such as educational advising, employment counseling, or student services.

(M3) Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

(M4) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

(D1) Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning,

(D2) Work Experience in a college setting.

(D3) Experience with Ellucian System or other administrative software.

(D4) Three years of experience interacting with students.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number , email address compliance.

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including:
Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS;
Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS;
Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS;
Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS;
Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS;
Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS;
Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS;
The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.