Recruitment and Retention Coordinator
About The Position
The Recruitment and Retention Coordinator, in collaboration with Deans, Program Chairs, Academic Affairs leadership, and supporting departments, is responsible for coordinating activities related to the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support of full-time and adjunct faculty. Under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, this position implements strategies and processes that support Ivy Tech’s goals for attracting, onboarding, and retaining high-quality faculty. The Coordinator manages key aspects of the faculty’s experience from initial contact through onboarding and provides continued support throughout a faculty member’s career. This is a grant-funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon the availability of future grant funding. The current grant ends June 30, 2027. There is no guarantee of employment beyond this date, although the grant is renewable.
Requirements
- Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience supporting faculty, staff, or academic programs in an educational or organizational setting preferred.
- Experience working in higher education preferred.
- Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Possesses experience using technology and applications in online and technology-enhanced learning environments.
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with diverse populations and constituencies.
- Demonstrates the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently, take initiative, and produce results with minimal supervision
- The selected candidate will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including a criminal history check. Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory results.
- Official transcripts and/or certifications are required upon hiring.
Responsibilities
- Works collaboratively with Academic Affairs leadership, the Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ CareerLink, Human Resources, and other relevant stakeholders to support the recruitment and retention of excellent full-time and adjunct faculty.
- Assists in processing, reviewing, and maintaining documentation related to faculty teaching credentials.
- Coordinates and supports faculty onboarding processes.
- Supports and collaborates with Academic Affairs leadership/Program Chairs to integrate newly hired faculty into the college learning community.
- Develops, maintains, and manages digital records as required by the campus and Systems Office.
- Provides support for faculty teaching during evening and weekend hours, as required.
- Assists in the facilitation and coordination of faculty-led professional development activities.
- Coordinates with Educational Technology staff to ensure appropriate onboarding and training for the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.
Benefits
- 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
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- 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
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
- 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)
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
