Recruitment and Outreach Specialist at Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, New York

Job Description:

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Capital District Educational Opportunity Center seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Please Note: In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support visa applications. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a reference and background check.

Recruitment and Outreach Specialist

EOC-MC-91324

Qualifications for Employment

Education (Minimum Requirements):

Associate Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related discipline

Employment Experience Preferred:

Experience in an enrollment or admissions office preferred

Pertinent Other: 

• Experience with educational programs, community agencies, and low-income population
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Initiative and high energy
• Ability to work independently
• Available for a flexible schedule including day, evening and possibly weekend hours
• Ability to work well with others as part of a team;
• Patient, persuasive and congenial personality;
• Proficient in computer applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and data management.

 Nature and Scope of Duties

The Recruitment and Outreach Specialist reports to the Coordinator of Institutional Advancement and performs the following duties: 

• Develops and implements a recruitment plan which seeks economically and educationally disadvantaged individuals for EOC programs. Recruitment activities include but are not limited to outreach to transition, re-entry, and recovery centers, community agencies, social service agencies, schools, and libraries; agency visitation; and public presentations.
• Participates in outreach programs which actively work toward the elimination of stereotyping in program enrollment.
• Provide information and statistical reports on recruitment activities, and uses such information as a basis for making recommendations for changes or modifications to improve recruitment efforts.
• Coordinates activities with the Enrollment Office and other EOC offices and departments to best meet the enrollment goals of the center.
• Builds and maintains relationships with students, providing ongoing coaching and mentoring to positively impact student achievement.
• Conducts intake meetings with incoming and continuing students; provides information on next steps.
• Maintains positive relationships with administrators, faculty and staff. Disseminates information in a clear, appropriate and timely manner.
• Performs a wide range of administrative responsibilities including: data entry, record maintenance, and abiding by all laws and regulations around student records.
• Creates and maintains organized records of student contact and follow up, respecting confidentiality.
• Completes necessary correspondence and reports using appropriate software and technology as needed.
• Participates in internal and external organization and community events, providing information in one-on-one, small group and presentation formats.
• Promotes EOC programs and services and assists in recruitment activities through participation in outreach and promotional events that support program goals and EOC enrollment.
• Helps build and maintain a positive public image for EOC with the general public, private and non-profit organizations, and educational institutions.
• Serves as subject matter expert for assigned area; develops a working knowledge of all other areas of Student Services. Assigned areas in Student Support Services may include Enrollment Services, College and Career Services, Testing, or Student Services in general.
• Preforms all duties as assigned.

This is a full-time 12-month Management Confidential position with a salary of $50,000.00

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

To apply, please visit www.hvcc.edu/jobs and complete the online application before the close date of October 13, 2024. 

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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