Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

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. This position also serves as the main point of contact for external partners, including but not limited to, high school and adult education administrators (principals, counselors, etc.)

and other community partners. The Recruitment & Outreach Specialist is responsible for monitoring student progress in the enrollment pipeline, conducting continued outreach, and providing resources and referrals to support students through the enrollment process from prospective student to matriculation.

Under the direction of the Campus Dean or other administrator, the Recruitment & Outreach Specialist is accountable for providing services that ensure the successful recruitment of prospective students into the admissions pipeline. The Recruitment & Outreach Specialist will be responsible for a diverse portfolio of prospective students that includes but is not limited to:

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

Additional responsibilities include:

• 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.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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

For more information, visit: CSCU
- Human Resources
- Future Employees.

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter
• A current resume

In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume. Your resume must include the names of three (3) current professional references, including their titles, email addresses, and telephone numbers.

Important Notes:

• Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered
• Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted
• Apply online at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./jobs
• CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas.
• Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration…