Inside Higher Ed · 4 days ago
Student Recruiter - Southwest College
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking a Student Recruiter to assist in developing and implementing student recruitment and outreach initiatives for Houston Community College (HCC). The role involves fostering relationships with high schools, managing recruitment plans, and collaborating with various departments to enhance student enrollment efforts.
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Responsibilities
Recruit students in compliance with HCC's Non-Discrimination Policy; recruit high school junior and senior students for various dual credit courses
Foster relationships with assigned ISDs, be the primary contact between the College and high school counselors/students for the onboarding of students
Assess and promptly respond to the needs and concerns of prospective students, applicants, and parents through various communication mediums
Establish a recruitment plan to continuously fill the prospective and applicant student pipeline; increase the conversion rate(s) of graduating high school students and other student pipelines
Collaborate with various departments to assist students in completing checklist items; communicate with the student pipeline to move across to enrollment
Establish and maintain a thorough knowledge of all programs at HCC, including but not limited to academic, workforce, adult education, and non-credit programs
Provide detailed information regarding career and pathways planning, admissions, and enrollment processes
Lead and facilitate information sessions and sessions on admission requirements for internal and prospective students, virtually and in person
Work closely with specific departments on recruitment initiatives; attend recruitment functions of high schools, colleges, community fairs, partner events
Develop a network with external businesses, churches, and other agencies, to promote HCC programs
Host recruitment fairs and similar outreach events throughout the year to attract new students to HCC; support recruitment activities and District sponsored Outreach and Recruitment events
Maintain an accurate log within the CRM of personal touchpoints and engagement activities with prospective and applicants
Identify and coordinate assessment procedures for individuals entering HCC programs
Manage a caseload of prospects and applicants; generate and distribute recruitment reports via the CRM
Collaborate with the Office of Public Information to develop marketing materials, recruitment presentations and promotional materials
In collaboration with admission staff and COEs across the district, coordinate participation in college recruitment fairs, conferences, and related outreach events utilizing marketing materials
Perform other duties, tasks, and assignments as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Valid Texas Driver License
MS Office Programs
Information Management Systems
Excellent interpersonal and oratorical skills
Use data to make informed decisions
Customer Relationship Management Systems
Preferred
3 years directly related experience preferred
Higher Education work experience preferred
Company
Inside Higher Ed
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Funding
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