Student Recruiter - SE College

Job Summary

Assists in developing and implementing student recruitment and outreach, designed to meet enrollment goals in targeted geographic areas and specific student populations; maintain an ongoing presence in assigned Independent School Districts (ISDs) and neighboring community-based organizations; strategize on opportunities to enhance recruitment efforts and implement identified strategies.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required. 
• 3 years directly related experience preferred.
• Higher Education work experience preferred

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

Special Skills      

• MS Office Programs
• Information Management Systems
• Excellent interpersonal and oratorical skills
• Use data to make informed decisions
• Customer Relationship Management Systems            

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work
• Accepting Responsibility
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Driving Continuous Improvement
• Acting with Integrity
• Thinking Critical