Recruitment and Admissions Specialist

This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity.  Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.   

The Recruitment and Admissions Specialist is responsible for recruiting prospective students and providing admissions counseling for enrollment at Pikes Peak State College. This role is crucial in building awareness about the college, its academic programs, and the enrollment process. The specialist will develop and implement outreach plans for high schools, the community, college fairs, and on-campus recruitment programs through virtual, remote, and in-person methods. The specialist will work collaboratively within Student Services to support the mission of Pikes Peak State College.

Outreach may require regional travel, adhering to local health guidelines, and flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends. The primary location will be at the Rampart Campus (2070 Interquest Parkway) and local high schools.  

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution OR completed Associate’s degree with two years of professional-level experience performing similar duties OR four years of professional-level experience performing similar duties.
• One year of professional level experience in recruitment, admissions, enrollment, student services, marketing, advising, public relations, career counseling, or closely related field.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge.  Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of professional level experience in recruitment, admissions, enrollment, student services, marketing, advising, public relations, career counseling, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in public speaking and presenting information to large groups.
• Demonstrated recruitment experience in high school or higher education.
• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on August 29, 2024.  Applications accepted until position is filled.  

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Application Instructions:  Application must be submitted online.  Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration.  A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.  
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred.  Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.  
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits.  Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Essential Functions 

High School & Community Recruitment

• Represent Pikes Peak State College at local high schools within the service area.
• Develop and maintain relationships with high school counselors, teachers, and administrators, providing updated information about the college and its enrollment process.
• Conduct information sessions, classroom presentations, and other activities to raise awareness and assist high school students with the enrollment process.
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