Recruitment & Outreach Specialist

Connecticut State Community College•Norwalk, CT

2d•$61,514•Onsite

About The Position

The Recruitment & Outreach Specialist supports enrollment efforts at Connecticut State Community College and serves as the primary point of contact for students from inquiry through enrollment. The specialist also serves as a main contact for external partners, including high school and adult education administrators and other community partners. The role monitors student progress through the enrollment pipeline, conducts continued outreach, and provides resources and referrals to help prospective students progress to matriculation. Under the direction of the Campus Dean or another administrator, the specialist provides services to support the successful recruitment of prospective students. The position serves a diverse portfolio that includes dual enrollment students, traditional students, non-traditional students and adult learners, veterans and military professionals, and international students. The role is based on-site at CT State Norwalk.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriately related field and one or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience leading to the required competencies.
Office administration skills, including competence using personal computers, word processing and spreadsheet software, College databases, and processing programs.
Demonstrated organizational skills.
Ability to meet and interact favorably with students, parents, school officials, and others in academic environments.
Knowledge and competence in advising students and applicants about academic courses appropriate to their preparation and career goals.
Understanding of undergraduate academic enrollment requirements.
Ability to work individually and within a team.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in K-12 or higher education admissions.
Experience supporting recruitment and outreach through off-campus visits, high school visits, college fairs, enrollment events, or similar activities.
Experience facilitating information workshops or presentations for audiences of varying sizes.

Responsibilities

Support enrollment efforts and the successful recruitment of prospective students into the admissions pipeline.
Serve as the primary point of contact for students from inquiry through enrollment.
Serve as a main point of contact for external partners, including high school and adult education administrators and community partners.
Monitor student progress in the enrollment pipeline and conduct continued outreach.
Provide resources and referrals to support students from prospective status through matriculation.
Support recruitment for dual enrollment students, traditional students, non-traditional students and adult learners, veterans and military professionals, and international students.
Attend and participate in convocation and commencement ceremonies.
Serve on assigned committees and task forces.
Attend and participate in committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends.