Advancement and Recruitment Specialist

Company Summary
Become an integral member of a dedicated team focused on improving the quality of life among citizens in southeastern and south-central West Virginia. New River Community and Technical College Provides comprehensive, quality higher education, workforce training and community education programs and services. We aspire to make a difference in the communities in which we serve!

We are seeking an enthusiastic professional Advancement and Recruitment Specialist who is passionate about cultivating the school’s mission and objectives through student instruction, guidance, and review in order to ensure successful development of each student.

This position is a full-time position for the Raleigh County Campus and will report directly to the Department Manager. The position will work collaboratively with management, faculty and staff within the department and college to serve the best interests of the students.

Job Summary
The Advancement and Recruitment Specialist participates in the planning, direction, and administration of all aspects of recruiting and the admissions process for prospective and newly admitted students. The position is responsible for identifying, developing, nurturing, and sustaining strong relationships with community leaders and serves as an external liaison for the College with local, state, and regional organizations.

Nature of Work
The principal responsibility for all phases of the recruiting process, events planning, and assists with the development and implementation of the annual recruitment plan. This non-classified position reports to the campus Director & Community Outreach (RCC/NCC) and provides college wide oversight for planning and participating in meaningful recruitment events and activities with the goal of connecting with prospective students.

Distinguishing Characteristics
Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.
If you meet the criteria below, you may be right for our team, please apply at our official hiring website at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/newriveredu/.

Examples Of Essential Duties:Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates, plans, schedules, and participates in relevant recruitment events for five campus locations and additional off campus sites.
• Participates in the College’s plan for community involvement and public engagement.
• Participates in college wide fundraising and development efforts within the strategic plans of the College.
• Identifies, prioritizes, and plans community outreach activities in coordination with community events within New River CTC’s service region.
• Gives large and small group presentations while speaking informatively and enthusiastically on behalf of the college, its academic programs, and student services.
• Develops and implements activities to bring community members to New River CTC’s campuses and locations and assists with tours.
• Serves as the point of contact for assigned schools (K12) for presentations and recruitment within the department.
• Develops methods (strategies, activities, and programs) to increase and strengthen business and industry partnerships within the College’s service region.
• Assists with budget management and reporting on event/outreach activities.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and works with Communications to create effective materials for recruiting.
• Responsible for maximizing student enrollment and assisting with reaching the overall targeted student enrollment goal. Recruit prospective traditional and nontraditional students while providing information regarding admission requirements, the steps to enroll and assessing their educational needs.
• Coordinate and oversee group campus visits and assist campuses in conducting individual tours for prospective students and parents as needed.
• Assist in the execution of a territory recruitment management plan for assigned areas.
• Identifies new target markets while creating and implementing new recruitment strategies.
• Responsible for scheduling, planning, organizing, and attending activities that are directly related to the recruitment of students (lead generation). This includes high school activities, college fairs, Career and Technical Centers, Workforce WV centers, civic/community organizations.
• Responsible for sourcing leads from various resources: ACT score reports, local Chamber of Commerce’s, job boards, community programs, referrals, current students, organizations, and other innovative avenues.
• Assists with updating and executing the Annual Recruitment Plan.
• Conduct ongoing follow-up communication with inquiries to include written communication, phone calls, emails, and mailings to determine their level of interest, educational needs, and addressing any questions in a timely manner.
• In collaboration with the Director of Enrollment Services, assist with the college orientation program and open house events.
• Responsible for table, display, or booth setup and disassembly at events and/or functions.
• Manage and track the number of lead contacts from events and track number of participants through the college inquiry system.
• Assist the Office of Admissions during peak enrollment periods and develop a basic understanding of other Student Service departments ad their departmental functions.
• Maintain an inventory of recruitment fact sheets, publications, materials, and recruitment supplies for recruiting events.
• Serve as liaison, as needed, between the college, academic departments, media personnel and the public at large regarding college recruiting activities and events.
• Coordinates the resources to link needs of local business residents to appropriate resources for career guidance, preemployment training, workforce training/education, and development of career focused certificate programs.
• Assist the Executive Director of the College Foundation and serve a a vital component for a multitude of fundraising initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
• TRAVEL is required on a regular and recurring basis for community outreach events, conferences, travel between campuses, and other College related matters.

Professional Development

• Compliance training is to be completed routinely and in a timely manner.
• Participate in additional professional development opportunities through LinkedIn Learning and professional organization affiliations.

Typical Qualifications:

Education
Bachelor’s degree required
Master’s degree preferred
Experience
In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experiences is typically required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and recent, related higher education, specifically community college experience may be acceptable in lieu of academic credentials.
Experience in Sales, Marketing, and Recruitment 2 years is required.
Experience in Philanthropy/Fundraising 1 year is preferred.
License or Certification
Valid Driver’s License is required
Expectations
Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employee’s position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

Supplemental Information:

Mission
New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.
Values
Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. Our employees are expected to support and enact these values in our daily work.
Community

• Commit to the well-being of others.
• Model behavior that promotes unity.
• Demonstrate commitment to the College’s mission.
• Promote a caring and supportive environment.
• Support continuous personal and professional growth.

Integrity

• Practice fairness and honesty.
• Uphold ethical, professional, academic, and financial standards.
• Ensure transparency.
• Be accountable.

Justice

• Respect the freedom and dignity of each individual.
• Respect and promote diversity.
• Promote positive attitudes toward each other.
• Provide equal opportunity for success.
• Prepare students and employees to work in a global and diverse environment.

Service

• Provide service to each other and to the community.
• Be a responsive member of the community.

Scholarship

• Pursue truth, learning and quality scholarship.
• Commit to increasing the knowledge of all individuals associated with the College.
• Foster lifelong learning.
• Maintain high standards in our constant pursuit of excellence.

Vision
New River Community and Technical College improves students’ lives and enriches communities.
Disclaimer
This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the position incumbent. Justification for the information provided in the job description may be requested. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities assigned by their supervisor.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other employees, or the public.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $41,534.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Beaver, WV 25813: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person