College Connection Coach

Ivy Tech Community College•Kokomo, IN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The College Connection Coach/Recruiter plays a vital role in guiding high school students through dual credit, dual enrollment, and Early College programs, ensuring a smooth transition to post-secondary education. This position is responsible for building strong partnerships with local high schools, supporting students in their academic journey, and helping them reach meaningful milestones – such as completing dual credit courses, earning a technical certificate or associate degree from Ivy Tech Community College. The coach will develop and implement strategic outreach and coaching plans designed to increase student awareness, access, and enrollment at Ivy Tech Community College. Through individualized support, data-informed interventions, and ongoing engagement, the College Connection Coach ensures that students remain on track to complete high school and transition successfully to college-level programs. The primary work location is the Kokomo campus, with weekly travel to schools including Excel Center, Lewis Cass, Poly Homeschool Students, and occasional travel to Eastern High School and Western High School. High school assignments are reevaluated and adjusted as needed.

Requirements

Associate degree required
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be willing and able to travel
Must possess excellent relationship-building skills, including working successfully with diverse populations, including (but not limited to) college and school personnel, teachers, and prospective students
Must possess effective communication skills (phone, email, and written) and experience in public speaking
Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams) is preferred
Experience with a Customer Relationship Management tool is preferred
A minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience is preferred
Proficiency in Spanish is preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver on-site services promoting Dual Credit/Early College programs at high schools, including, but not limited to, information sessions, admissions, assessment testing, advising, orientation sessions, registration, obtaining transcripts, and guidance with financial aid resources.
Participate in Dual Credit/Early College events at area high schools as needed.
Keep appropriate records.
Teach IVYT courses.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and data.
Participate in recruiting efforts on- and off-campus, including college fairs, high school visits, information events, and other potential community activities.
Recruit on behalf of Ivy Tech, sharing and selling the benefits of the Community College to meet the goal of increasing the number of inquiries and applicants to the College, along with the conversion of those inquiries and applicants to help move students through the enrollment process.
Assist applicants with completing steps on the enrollment checklist, including Tier 1 financial aid support.
Manage, effectively track, and recruit a targeted student group with the use of Ivy Connect (CRM).
Use Ivy Connect to assess the effectiveness of various recruitment efforts and adjust recruitment efforts based on intake and conversion numbers to meet established metrics.
Responsible for keeping current with academic and student affairs program changes.
Assist with the development of collaborative relationships with local schools, colleges/universities, community agencies, employers, and organizations as they relate to the implementation of the campus recruitment plan.
Work closely with internal Ivy Tech personnel to coordinate overall recruitment opportunities effectively.
Coordinate with K-14 administrative staff to support dual credit students’ account creation in DualEnroll.com and assist in enrollment for dual enrollment courses and completion of educational pathways while in high school.
Assist with the development of admissions and recruitment-related materials and disseminate such materials in coordination with campus and statewide communications and recruitment efforts.
Develop and convene regularly scheduled small group sessions for students throughout the academic year.
Collaborate with a career coach to establish student career workshops, which may involve on-campus activities, tours, industry visits, and other experiential learning opportunities.
Conduct all responsibilities in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Benefits

Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution, no match necessary, with no waiting period
Excellent Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, and Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid time off: vacation, sick, volunteer, and bereavement
Paid holidays: 9 paid holidays, plus paid winter break between December 25th and January 1st
Free tuition at any Ivy Tech location for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents
Tuition Assistance is available for those pursuing higher education, including undergraduate and graduate certificates, degrees, and doctoral programs, at any federally recognized regionally accredited institution
Professional Development opportunities
Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program
Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services