Recruitment Specialist (Admissions Counselor 1)

Kentucky Community and Technical College System • Ashland, KY

24d • $2,640 • Onsite

About The Position

At ACTC we educate with excellence, serve with purpose and equip our students to
succeed for life. We are much more than just buildings and programs: we are
community where students find confidence, collaboration, compassion and success.
We are accepting applications for a Recruitment Specialist (Admissions Counselor
I).

Requirements

• The qualified applicant will have an Associate’s Degree and two years of related experience, or equivalent.
• The ideal candidate will be confident speaking in front of groups and will be able to work independently at times.
• Travel to all ACTC campuses and area high schools, as well as some evening/night and weekend work, is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• The preferred candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree (Education with focus on Business Administration, Marketing, Counseling, Student Affairs, or related field) and will have experience in public speaking, conducting tours, and working in a college admissions office.

Responsibilities

• Focused recruitment of high school students, as well as participating in recruitment opportunities for transfer students and non-traditional students, including adult learners aged 25 and older.
• Participating in college and/or career fairs and recruiting events at local high schools and other locations throughout the community.
• Scheduling and hosting Admissions presentations, Application Sessions and Next Steps Registration Days at the regional area high schools
• Provide post-registration outreach and student onboarding support by contacting newly registered students to answer general questions and connect students with appropriate campus resources to promote success
• Advising potential applicants on the admission process and following up as appropriate
• Develop and maintain communication with prospective students using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools and other recruiting/retention services.
• Supporting dual credit enrollment by entering and maintaining student data and collaborating with high school partners to ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional requirements.
• Helping students apply for scholarships and working with them throughout the application process.
• Providing campus tours to groups and individuals as needed.
• Participating in other Admissions processing work as needed

Benefits

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree