Student Recruitment Specialist

Program • Omaha, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Student Recruitment Specialist serves as a field recruiter and outreach representative for prospective students interested in attending Metropolitan Community College (MCC). The role develops relationships and serves as a first point of contact for individuals moving from prospect to college applicant. The specialist represents MCC to high schools, employers, community agencies, and the public through recruitment and outreach activities and events.

The position conducts outreach and recruitment in on-campus, off-campus, and virtual settings; presents MCC’s value proposition to prospective students and other audiences; provides program information and application assistance; and builds relationships that connect prospective students with college services. The specialist also uses the college’s Customer Relations Management (CRM) system, supports campus visits and group tours, completes assigned training, and contributes to a friendly, supportive climate.

This is an on-premise position at the Fort Omaha Campus. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend work for recruitment events. The announcement is live through 11:59 p.m. October 29, 2026, and will no longer be posted as of October 30, 2026.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Communications, Marketing, Education, Management, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and/or work experience are considered.
• Two years of recruiting, sales, marketing, admissions, outreach, or customer service-related experience.
• Knowledge of recruitment, outreach, or customer relationship management functions.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other college-supported systems.
• Excellent communication skills, including active listening.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to demonstrate cooperation and professionalism in stressful situations.
• Ability to work and interact effectively with people of various cultures and ethnicities.
• Willingness to work some evening and weekend hours.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability to drive college vehicles.
• Must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Execute outreach and recruitment activities for assigned targets on campus, off campus, and virtually.
• Present the college’s value proposition, features, and benefits to prospective students, parents, school counselors, employers, and community agencies.
• Provide information about MCC programs and assist prospective students through the application process.
• Develop ongoing relationships with prospect groups and internal college contacts to connect students to services.
• Use the Customer Relations Management (CRM) system consistently and accurately to manage prospect contacts and activities.
• Assist with campus visits, recruitment, and training and coordination of Brand Ambassador support for group tours.
• Complete assigned training activities.
• Model a friendly and supportive attitude to help create a positive climate for staff and the public.
• Attend work activities or programs as scheduled or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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