Recruitment and Retention Specialist

Recruitment and Retention Specialist

8/11/2023

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro is accepting applications for the full-time position of Recruitment and Retention Specialist.

General Duties

The Recruitment and Retention Specialist reports to the Vice President of Student Services and is responsible for spearheading recruitment and retention initiatives for the Student Services Office, including growing enrollment.

Specific Duties

• Leads recruitment efforts through high school visits, college and career fairs, Open House, and other events.
• Fosters positive and cooperative relationships with high school counselors in our service area by (1) maintaining open and consistent communication channels, (2) making regular high school visits to promote our programs, and (3) hosting an annual counselors’ luncheon.
• Creates and conducts engaging presentations to large groups to market the college and its programs.
• Assists in organizing summer camp opportunities to increase students’ awareness of STEM and manufacturing fields.
• Manages dual enrollment/dual credit recruitment processes.
• Collaborates with Media Specialist on program brochures and other marketing materials.
• Coordinates the purchase of promotional items for recruiting and other events.
• Organizes NC3 Signing Day for high school students who have committed to attending TCAT – Murfreesboro.
• Coordinates community outreach events to promote TCAT – Murfreesboro to the broader public.
• Plans, organizes, and hosts Ready to Walk Week activities every trimester.
• Serves on Student Success Committee to plan student events on campus that support retention.
• Reviews and disseminates withdrawal data to determine if additional student supports could improve persistence.
• Maintains a working knowledge of institutional and federal policies as well as COE accreditation standards as they apply to student services (e.g. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VI, Title IX).
• Prioritizes projects, attending to multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting institutional and departmental deadlines.
• Communicates professionally and tactfully with all members of the campus community. Fosters collegial relationships within and outside the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to optimize peak work periods.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Three or more years of related work experience.
• Experience with sales or recruiting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• At least two years’ full-time work experience in higher education.
• Experience with Banner student information system.
• Experience in event planning.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise good judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Ability to remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to foster collegial relationships within and outside the department.
• Supportive and client-centered approach to student services, especially when assisting students with developmental, emotional, physical, or learning differences.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 20 lbs. or more and set up display table at recruiting events.
• Ability to give tours of TCAT Murfreesboro campuses.
• Ability to give presentations as part of the recruiting process.

Salary Range                                                                                                                                                

The Recruitment and Retention Specialist position is an exempt staff position with an annual salary of $44,000-$52,000 based on education and experience.

Application Submission

• All applicants must complete a Tennessee Board of Regents application to be considered for this position.
• Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume (including three professional references) with their application. 
• Qualified applicants must have a valid TDL and be able to pass a background check. 
• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:  Jennifer Fuchs – HR@tcatmurfreesboro.edu – 615-898-8010 x. 402.  The TCAT Murfreesboro/TBR policy on nondiscrimination can be found at http://www.tcatmurfreesboro.edu.

Salary : $44,000 - $52,000