Coordinator, Admissions

Description

We seek applicants for a full-time Coordinator on our Enrollment Services team. This position supports the College's Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan by developing and implementing recruitment, outreach, and admissions initiatives that connect prospective students with educational opportunities at the College. Reporting to the Associate Director, the Coordinator plays a key role in expanding access to higher education by building relationships with schools, community organizations, employers, and prospective students, with particular focus on traditionally underrepresented, adult, and returning student populations.

• Design and implement recruitment and outreach activities and events to promote HCC on and off campus to traditionally underrepresented student populations, adults, and returning students.
• Provide on‑site enrollment services at community organizations and businesses.
• Communicate with prospective students, parents/guardians, and community members through appointments, telephone, email, and other materials.
• Monitor and track applications, inquiries, and student enrollment progress.
• Meet with scheduled on‑campus visitors and drop‑in students.
• Assist with the development of marketing materials for the department.
• Assist with the communication and coordination of department events.
• Assist with maintaining the HCC Admissions webpages.
• Participate in College initiatives and/or teams related to the advancement of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• Associate degree.
• Experience in admissions, student recruitment, marketing, or a related field.
• Excellent presentation, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and inclusively with prospective students, school counselors, parents, and community members.
• Organizational and planning skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and function professionally under pressure.
• Ability to take initiative and be a self‑starter.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Demonstrated commitment to access and achievement in education for all students, including but not limited to students of color, students with LGBTQ+ identities, students with disabilities, low‑income students, first‑generation students, and immigrant students.

• Experience working with students at the community college level.
• Knowledge of student development and familiarity with other student personnel areas.
• Knowledge of local employers and/or social service resources and systems.
• Familiarity with student information software, preferably People Soft.
• Acquaintance with and demonstrated ease in promoting Programs of Study.

Applications received by July 31, 2026, will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS AND ABILITY TO BE PRESENT ON‑CAMPUS/IN‑PERSON IS REQUIRED.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.

HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.