Virginia's Community College System
Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist
Virginia's Community College System, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist
Virginia Community College seeks a Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist to enhance enrollment goals and support prospective students with career services and resources. Responsibilities
Represent the college to promote enrollment within the service region. Assist potential students with career services, college resources, and navigating the community college environment. Plan, coordinate, and execute events, presentations, and informational programs. Build and maintain partnerships with stakeholders, including students, parents, educational institutions, community leaders, and local businesses. Participate in program planning, assessment activities, analyze data outcomes, and recommend strategic improvements. Support student engagement and retention through recruitment, sales, and customer service initiatives. Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field. Experience:
Coordinating events, programs, and activities with diverse populations; outreach, admissions, and/or advising in a community college setting. Knowledge:
Student development theory; career planning; higher education enrollment processes; compliance standards. Skills:
Effective recruitment strategies; customer service; computer applications (student information systems, Microsoft Office, social media); event logistics; data analysis. Communication:
Strong oral and written skills; presentation proficiency. Other Requirements:
Valid driver’s license; flexibility to work evenings and weekends; successful pre‑employment security screening; valid AHP letter acceptable. Benefits & Considerations
Full‑time position based in Henrico, VA; telework options subject to change. Travel between campuses as needed; no supervisory responsibility. Competitive salary commensurate with experience (starting approx. $48,300). EEO, ADA, and E‑Verify compliance; inclusive hiring practices. Closing Date:
30 October 2025.
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Virginia Community College seeks a Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist to enhance enrollment goals and support prospective students with career services and resources. Responsibilities
Represent the college to promote enrollment within the service region. Assist potential students with career services, college resources, and navigating the community college environment. Plan, coordinate, and execute events, presentations, and informational programs. Build and maintain partnerships with stakeholders, including students, parents, educational institutions, community leaders, and local businesses. Participate in program planning, assessment activities, analyze data outcomes, and recommend strategic improvements. Support student engagement and retention through recruitment, sales, and customer service initiatives. Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field. Experience:
Coordinating events, programs, and activities with diverse populations; outreach, admissions, and/or advising in a community college setting. Knowledge:
Student development theory; career planning; higher education enrollment processes; compliance standards. Skills:
Effective recruitment strategies; customer service; computer applications (student information systems, Microsoft Office, social media); event logistics; data analysis. Communication:
Strong oral and written skills; presentation proficiency. Other Requirements:
Valid driver’s license; flexibility to work evenings and weekends; successful pre‑employment security screening; valid AHP letter acceptable. Benefits & Considerations
Full‑time position based in Henrico, VA; telework options subject to change. Travel between campuses as needed; no supervisory responsibility. Competitive salary commensurate with experience (starting approx. $48,300). EEO, ADA, and E‑Verify compliance; inclusive hiring practices. Closing Date:
30 October 2025.
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