Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator

Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator

Position Code 29144-FP, FLSA Exempt, Pay Band 04, Agency:
Northern VA Community College, Division: NV280-Exec VP Academic & Student Services.

Work Location:

Multiple Locations. Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000.

Employment Type:

Full Time. Telework options: subject to change based on business needs.

This position identifies and participates in recruitment and admissions activities primarily within the College’s service area including high schools and surrounding communities. It cultivates strong relationships with prospective students.

• Assists prospective applicants on the admissions process, academic programs, and opportunities at the College in person, virtually, via e‑mail communication, and phone.
• Coordinates on‑campus (in‑person & virtual) and off‑campus events and programs targeted towards prospective students, parents, school counselors, adult learners, and community members.
• Coordinates the ongoing strategic communications to prospective students and other important populations, as well as maintains a prospect management system and a record of all outreach and recruitment activities.
• Works closely with departments across the College and organizations within the community.
• Data collection and reporting.

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

• Ability to travel within service area for recruitment purposes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to problem solve in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues with a diverse student population.
• Ability to oversee the work of student employees and volunteers.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to speak publicly.
• Possess excellent verbal communication, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience coordinating and facilitating workshops at the K12 or in a postsecondary education setting.
• Computer experience with familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software tools.
• Customer service experience with an ability to handle stressful situations.
• A valid driver’s license with the ability to travel throughout service area.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include some evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to work on different campus locations when needed.

• Experience with technology tools used in systems of higher education.
• Data management and analytical experience.
• Experience in sales, recruitment, admissions counseling, academic advising, or marketing.
• Bilingual (Spanish, preferred).

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.

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