Coordinator/Admissions & Recruitment

Westmoreland County Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmoreland County Community College in Youngwood, PA is seeking a Coordinator/Admissions & Recruitment to develop and implement recruitment strategies within designated territories and populations, guiding prospective students through the enrollment process. The role requires an Associate's degree, 1–3 years of related experience and public speaking skills.

You will partner with high schools and community partners, manage data, and represent the College off-campus to families, counselors, and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• 1-3 years of related experience is required.
• Public speaking experience is required.
• Experience with individual and small group communications is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate recruitment strategies in designated territory.
• Collaborate with high schools and community partners to recruit traditional and adult learners.
• Coordinate and support prospective students through the enrollment process.
• Represent the College on- and off-campus to students, parents, counselors, and partners.
• Monitor territory data and set performance indicators.
• Coordinate with pathway/faculty advisors and College resources.
• Assist with agreements between high schools and the College.
• Manage communications with applicants and admissions team.

Skills

Public speaking

Individual and small group comms

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Coordinator/Admissions & Recruitment

Division

Department

Department Admissions

Job Description

This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating recruitment strategies within a specific territory and/or target population to assist the College in meeting its overall enrollment goals. This position is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders to assist prospective students through the enrollment process.
Essential Job Functions:

• Work in collaboration with high school, career and technology center personnel, and/or other community partners to identify, recruit, and enroll traditional students as well as adult learners.
• Provide prospective students with knowledge of career pathways and the aligning academic programs offered by the College.
• Case manage prospective students using manual and electronic tracking mechanisms, within specific territories or target populations, through enrollment by coordinating services with pathway/faculty advisors and/or other College resources. Set and measure key performance indicators based upon previous enrollment data for their respective territory.
• Represent the College both on-campus and off-campus to prospective students, parents, high school counselors, companies, organizations, and/or community liaisons.
• Assist with formal agreements between high schools and the College.
• Assist students with information about credits transferred to the College from previously attended accredited institutions.
• Manage strategic communication in close partnership and alignment with the Communications Team.
• Work with prospective students on the academic opportunities and enrollment process at the College. Admissions counseling can occur one-on-one, via phone, chat, email, or other methods of communication.
• Establish, monitor and utilize data to assist in territory management.
• Perform job duties in accordance with College policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field required.
• 1-3 years of related experience is required.
• Public speaking experience is required.
• Experience with individual and small group communications is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior College admissions experience is preferred.
• Related work experience in higher education is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged sitting
• Frequent standing/walking or otherwise moving around campus
• Repetitive finger/hand movements
• Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional bending

Salary $51,315 (minimum)

Schedule Days/Hours

Schedule Days/Hours Monday - 8am to 5pm, Tuesday - 8am to 5pm, Wednesday - 8am to 5pm, Thursday - 8am to 5pm, Friday - 8am to 5pm

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * Do you have public speaking experience, and experience with individual and small group communications?
  • Yes
  • No

Applicants Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Additional Transcripts

Contact US

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 724-925-4143 or via email [e-mail]

Westmoreland County Community College

145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697

Westmoreland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity college.