College Outreach & Recruitment Specialist

Columbia Basin College•Wa 99301, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Outreach & Recruitment Specialist connects prospective students and the community with Columbia Basin College (CBC). The position develops and delivers presentations, workshops, and events promoting CBC programs and services in local high schools and throughout the community. It provides individualized support to prospective students as they navigate applications and onboarding, including financial aid and academic planning. Working with campus partners, K–12 administrators, and community organizations, the Specialist coordinates outreach and recruitment in support of CBC’s mission and strategic enrollment goals. The position reports to the Director for Student Recruitment. This is a full-time, overtime-eligible professional staff position. Typical hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; hours may vary with work demands, and some evening and weekend work may be required. The work environment includes offices and other settings as appropriate, with occasional travel. The salary range is $58,546–$64,716. The position is open until filled, with first consideration for applications received by November 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST. CBC emphasizes equity, intercultural empathy, and serving Hispanic students and all students. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship. Successful candidates must provide work authorization, disclose substantiated findings or ongoing investigations related to sexual misconduct as required by law, pass a criminal background check, verify education at hire, and maintain an alcohol-free and drug-free workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential duties.
At least one consecutive year of experience in education, training, or non-profit marketing or sales.
Familiarity with electronic technology and media, and demonstrated skills with Microsoft Office and Internet research tools.
Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish and English.
Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, communicating, reaching, manipulating objects, moving materials, traveling between campus buildings, and operating standard office equipment.
Authorization to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with event planning and providing presentations or workshops.

Responsibilities

Contribute to developing and implementing an outreach and recruitment plan for the K–12 system, the greater Tri-Cities community, and non-traditional student enrollment, in support of CBC’s strategic plan.
Present workshops and information sessions in the greater Tri-Cities community and K–12 system to promote CBC and specific CBC programs.
Design, coordinate, and deliver onboarding workshops on applications, financial aid, and enrollment.
Lead and participate in community outreach and recruitment activities, including fairs, camps, expos, tours, and counselor events, sharing accurate information on academic pathways and enrollment planning with prospective students, families, K–12 partners, and community members.
Develop collaborative relationships with counselors, instructors, school district principals, and specialized and support staff to coordinate outreach and recruitment in the K–12 system.
Collaborate with CBC program department leads and faculty to support coordinated outreach and recruitment activities.
Contribute to developing and disseminating CBC marketing materials and e-recruitment activities.
Use the CRM system to personalize outreach and student support by creating communication strategies, event templates, data queries, and monthly reports.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.