Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

Posted:
June 18, 2026
Level: Community College Professional 15, 12-month, tenure track position

Employment Type:

Standard

Hours:

Full-time, 35 hours per week
Anticipated

Start Date:

August 2026

Work Location:

CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT.)
Work Modality:
On-site;
Position is not remote
Closing Date:
Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

The Recruitment & Outreach Specialist performs a full range of operations and tasks in support of enrollment efforts at CT State Community College. The position is the primary point of contact for students from inquiry to enrollment and for external partners such as high school and adult education administrators, principals, counselors, and other community partners. The Specialist monitors student progress in the enrollment pipeline, conducts continued outreach, and provides resources and referrals to support students through the enrollment process from prospect to matriculation.

• Dual Enrollment students
• Traditional students
• Non-traditional students and adult learners
• Veterans and Military professionals
• International students

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.

Bachelor's degree in an appropriately related field together with one (1) or more years of related experience; or a combination of education, training, and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

• Demonstrated skills and abilities in office administration including competence in use of personal computers with word processing and spreadsheet software applications as well as college databases and processing programs.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and interact favorably with students, parents, school officials and others in academic environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in advising students and applicants regarding academic courses appropriate for their preparation and career goals.
• Demonstrated understanding of undergraduate academic enrollment requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and within a team setting.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

• Two (2) years or more experience in K-12/higher education admissions.
• Experience supporting recruitment and outreach efforts through off-campus visits, high school visits, college fairs, enrollment events, etc.
• Experience facilitating information workshops, presentations, etc. to varying audience sizes.

• Salary $60,014 approximate annual

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

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