Federal Work-Study - Recruitment and Event Coordinator

ivytech; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Columbus is seeking an enthusiastic Recruitment Office and Events Coordinator to support daily operations, outreach initiatives, and student services. This role provides hands-on exposure to admissions processes, event planning, and data management, helping prospective students and families access timely information.

You will greet visitors, handle inquiries, prepare admissions packets, assist with open houses, campus tours, orientations, and information sessions,

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled student at Ivy Tech Community College/Columbus Service Area and eligible for a federal work-study award.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the admissions office visitor contact, providing information on admissions processes, campus services, and events.
• Respond to general email and phone inquiries, directing questions to appropriate staff.
• Prepare and distribute admissions packets, correspondence, and promotional materials.
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of admissions events (open houses, tours, orientations, information sessions).
• Schedule prospective student appointments and campus visits.
• Maintain inventory of admissions materials and keep offices organized.
• Perform other duties to support the Office of Admissions.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Customer service

Education

Work-study eligible student

Enrollment at Ivy Tech Columbus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Recruitment Office and Events Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations, outreach initiatives, and customer service functions of the Recruitment Office. This position contributes to the recruitment and enrollment goals of the institution by ensuring prospective students, families, and community partners receive timely and accurate information. The role offers meaningful exposure to professional office environments and higher education practices, providing opportunities for the Coordinator to develop transferable skills in communication, organization, event coordination, and data management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for visitors to the Admissions Office, providing courteous and accurate information regarding admissions processes, campus services, and events.
• Respond to general email and phone inquiries, and direct questions to the appropriate staff member.
• Prepare and distribute admissions packets, correspondence, and promotional materials.
• Support planning, coordination, and execution of admissions events, including open houses, campus tours, orientations, and information sessions.
• Schedule prospective student appointments and campus visits as directed.
• Maintain inventory of admissions materials and ensure office areas are organized and presentable.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Office of Admissions.

General Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled student at Ivy Tech Community College/Columbus Service Area and eligible for a federal work-study award.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.

Required qualifications

• 1.Completed FAFSA on file demonstrating financial need.
• 2.Maintain an aid-eligible Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) status

Pay Rate: $15/hr.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.