Part-Time Adult Education Recruiter

This is a grant funded position and continuation is dependent upon availability of funds.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Adult Education, the Part-Time Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Recruiter will be responsible for scheduling information sessions, orientation, and attending recruiting events in the service areas.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

• Be familiar with rules and regulations of the Adult Education and Literacy programs as stated in the operating guide for Adult Education and Literacy programs in Texas.
• Collecting information and qualifying students for programs and services.
• Assist potential students with completion of online application.
• Presents Adult Education & Literacy Program to small and large groups on site and in the community.
• Willing to travel to service areas for recruiting events.
• Entering, updating, and reviewing data and records.
• Corresponding with AEL applicants and prospective students via phone, email and text.
• Manage the applicant pipeline.
• Become certified to administer assessments as required by TWC (Texas Workforce Commission).
• Maintain active membership of TALAE (Texas Association for Literacy & Adult Education).
• Acquire professional development hours required by TWC as outlined within the time frame requested by AEL.
• Demonstrate group awareness and sensitivity.
• Attend networking events.
• Attend AEL Commencement and all other special events.
• Turn in all paperwork in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate a spirit of teamwork.
• Must have basic computer literacy skills.  
• Must have good typing and keyboarding skills.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, administrators, and staff with the willingness to work in a cooperative way with others across multiple functions and departments.
• Must develop a thorough knowledge of the Adult Education policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work in a busy environment with numerous interruptions.
• Must be willing to work occasional weekends and nights.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• Associates Degree or Certified as Instructional Aide.
• Fluent in the Spanish language. 
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed).

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a part-time office position that reports in person and has a required number of hours per week.
• Variances from regular working hours are necessary for recruiting and other events in order to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• Some nights and weekend will be required.
• Busy working environment with numerous interruptions.

SALARY:  $20. - $25. per hour, commensurate with education & experience / up to 19 hours per week.