John Wood Community College ยท 3 months ago
Admissions Recruiter (Part-Time)
Quincy, IL
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15/hr - $19/hrJohn Wood Community College (JWCC) is seeking an outgoing and goal-driven Admissions Recruiter to join their Admissions Team. The role involves recruiting prospective students, promoting JWCC's academic programs, and assisting applicants through the admissions process, focusing on high school and adult students.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Recruit prospective students by providing information on admissions, financial aid, academic programs, and career opportunities
Assist students through the application process, guiding them from inquiry to enrollment
Maintain proactive communication with prospective students to guide them through enrollment
Develop and maintain good relationships with high school counselors, community partners, and other local organizations to promote JWCC and its programs and to enhance recruitment efforts
Assist with the planning and execution of on-campus recruitment events such as open houses, campus tours, recruitment events, and information sessions to showcase JWCC and its programs
Represent JWCC at regional and state recruitment events and conferences, college fairs, community events, and presentations
Support the Admissions Team with some evening and weekend flex hours for events scheduled in advance
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and other departments to ensure a seamless admission process for students
Work with the Admission Team to develop and execute recruitment plans to meet enrollment goals
Maintain accurate records of student interactions and progress through the admissions process
Stay current on trends in higher education and community college admissions practices, enrollment management, and career development
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Pathways or Dean of Student Affairs
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree required
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to large and small groups
Ability to build rapport and establish relationships with prospective students, parents, and community partners
Strong sales and marketing skills, with the ability to meet or exceed enrollment goals
Knowledge of career counseling and the ability to guide students in exploring career options
Proven ability to set and meet goals in a target-driven environment
Familiarity with educational programs, admissions processes, and financial aid resources
High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, customer relationship management (CRM) systems, and social media platforms
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience in admissions, recruitment, sales, or a related field is preferred
Experience working with diverse populations and knowledge of the community college system is a plus
Preference will be given to those with a proven background in customer service, sales experience, and an ability to track and meet goals
Company
John Wood Community College
John Wood Community College is a school in Quincy.
Founded in 1974
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase