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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

Recruitment Specialist (General) - SME (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Kings Point, New York, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$87K/yr - $113K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Recruitment Specialist (General) for the Office of Admissions at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. The role involves developing a national recruitment network, representing the Academy at various events, and mentoring prospective students throughout the admissions process.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop a national recruitment network with organizations to ensure accomplishment of recruitment strategies, policies, and procedures of those program objectives that are in accordance with regulations. Develop networks with educational and professional organizations to build awareness about opportunities for students at the USMMA

Work closely with congressional staff, midshipmen, alumni, counselors, parents, etc. to recruit candidates for admission. Represent the Academy at high school programs, college fairs, career days, and other similar functions

Interpret and explain academic programs, admissions standards, and admissions procedures. Provide information pertaining to the maritime industry, the Merchant Marine, and military career opportunities

Conduct pre-screening of applications from prospective students. Review applications for completeness and ensure that applicants meet academic requirements prior to submission to the Candidate Evaluation Board. Review and evaluate candidates based on their academic records, extracurricular participation, personal qualities, leadership ability, potential for success at the Academy, and motivation for a maritime/military career. Maintain emails, texts, telephonic and virtual communication with applicants throughout the admissions process. Provide advice and mentorship to improve their competitiveness for appointment to the Academy

Qualification

Recruitment strategiesAdmissions policiesGroup presentationsDocument screeningStakeholder collaborationProgram developmentCommunicationInterpersonal skills

Required

You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration

You must meet specialized experience to qualify

Required documents must be submitted by the closing date

Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date

Experience conducting small and large-scale group presentations

Experience applying policies and procedures related to college or university admissions, recruitment or outreach efforts

Experience reviewing and screening documents, such as transcripts, essays or resumes

Experience collaborating with stakeholders (such as educational institutions, community organizations or government entities) to support recruitment and outreach efforts

3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

You can also qualify based on a combination of higher-level graduate education and experience. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts, provided with your application

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Program Knowledge, Communication, Program Development, Interpersonal Skills

You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed)

Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service

This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only

Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.