Admissions & Community Outreach Coordinator

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Paducah, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Tuition waiver

403(b) retirement plan with match

Paid vacation/sick time

Work-Life Balance

Paid holidays

Closing pay at year-end

Job summary

West Kentucky Community & Technical College is seeking an energetic Admissions and Outreach Coordinator to connect prospective students with opportunities and guide them from initial interest through application and enrollment.

The role blends administrative support with admissions outreach, requiring enthusiasm for community engagement, strong communication, and the ability to navigate the college’s systems. Local travel and occasional evenings/weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 1-2 years related experience in data or project management.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the college's service area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts outreach and follow-up with prospects and applicants through phone, email, text messaging, and other communication methods.
• Maintains accurate records of prospective student contacts and activities using the college's CRM and student information systems.
• Provides administrative and operational support for admissions communications, student follow-up, reports, tracking, and routine departmental processes.
• Recruits prospective non-traditional students and assist with applications, admissions requirements, and next steps, connecting them with appropriate college resources when needed.
• Represents WKCTC at community events, employer and organizational outreach activities, recruitment events, and other opportunities focused on connecting with adult learners and prospective students.
• Builds connections with prospective non-traditional students and provides information about WKCTC programs, admissions requirements, services, and enrollment steps.
• Conducts campus tours, information sessions, presentations, and other prospective student activities.
• Assists in planning recruitment events, open houses, campus visits, and other enrollment activities.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Student information systems

Databases

Tracking systems

Job description

West Kentucky Community & Technical College is seeking an energetic Admissions and Outreach Coordinator to connect prospective students with opportunities and guide them from initial interest through application and enrollment.

The role blends administrative support with admissions outreach, requiring enthusiasm for community engagement, strong communication, and the ability to navigate the college’s systems. Local travel and occasional evenings/weekends are required.