Recruiter I - PT

About the role

Recruits students to attend Grayson College through a variety of communications methods by phone, email and in-person visits. Shares information about career pathways and majors, gathers student documents, provides outreach to prospective students, analyzes high school and college transcripts for college placement and transferability of coursework, and admits students to the college. Ensures the accuracy of student records and enters required information into the student information systems and/or CRM to complete the admissions process. Requires attention to detail and a high level of customer service and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Serves students as a primary representative of Grayson College; shares information about the college and the enrollment process in person, by phone, or via electronic messaging such as email or text (40%).

• Assists students with pathway selection, advises students on required admissions documents, gathers and processes admissions documents (30%).

• Maintains accurate records regarding prospective student contacts (15%).

• Evaluates student transcripts, transcribes transfer coursework, AP, college prep and test scores (10%).

• Assists with new student orientation and advising as needed (5%).

• Performs other job duties as assigned (5%).

Performance Measurements

• Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
• Continually promotes Grayson College.
• Meets annual enrollment goals.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations regarding higher education and recruitment of students.
• Serves as a positive role model to prospective and current students.
• Serves as an effective coach to help students overcome barriers.

Qualifications

• Experience: Six months to two years of similar or related experience.

• Education: (1) A two-year college degree or (2) Completion of a specialized course of study at a business or trade school or (3) Completion of a specialized and extensive in-house training or apprenticeship program.

• Interpersonal Skills: Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the college for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.

• Other Skills: Bilingual a plus. May require understanding or experience working with specific student populations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Relationship building and marketing skills. Provides a high level of service to the community.

Physical Requirements

• Office work is typically sedentary.
• Travel by car to recruiting events and activities.
• Setup of events and participation may require walking, standing, bending, and moderate lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a typical office.
• Special events may require work outdoors or at schools and community partner sites.

Pay

Grade 7 – $17.40–$26.09 per hour based on years of experience.