Student Recruitment & Enrollment Advisor

Northwest Mississippi Community College; Byhalia (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Mississippi Community College is seeking an Enrollment Specialist for the DeSoto Center to recruit and guide prospective students through the enrollment process. You will present to high schools, community groups, and local businesses, using social media and a CRM to manage prospective student communications.

You will collaborate with the Admissions and Records Office, support orientation and commencement, and contribute to a comprehensive recruiting plan with the registrar and dean at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in recruitment of new students and familiarity with the community college environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a college vehicle.
• Skills in current recruiting technology and social media (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, Twitter).
• Proficiency in Mac and PC computer formats.
• Ability to carry recruiting materials over modest distances and travel daily, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Recruit new students for admission to the College through visits to schools, local businesses and industries, and community groups.
• Assist with the operation of the Recruiting Office, supervising student recruiters, conducting campus tours, and meeting with prospective students and parents.
• Assist with the operation of the Admissions and Records Office, completing potential student records to ensure admission, assisting in registration, orientation, and all commencement ceremonies.
• Promote the college by traveling to high schools, local businesses and industries, and community groups to make individual and group presentations.
• Use social media to stay in touch with potential students and to aid in communication.
• Utilize a CRM to guide prospective students through the enrollment management process.
• Assist with development and implementation of the comprehensive recruiting plan and strategic enrollment management plan.
• Communicate applicant status within the enrollment process and maintain records in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Answer general questions about financial aid, provide information regarding FAFSA, and assist students with completing FAFSA.
• Work with the Financial Aid Office and Get2College to present workshops.
• Assist with orientation and registration of new students.
• Assist in commencement ceremonies.
• Prepare reports and presentations as needed.
• Research and embrace new technologies in student recruiting methods; stay up-to-date with social media usage.
• Work with The University of Mississippi to promote the 2 + 2 and Path4 programs.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Director of Recruiting, Registrar, and Dean of the DeSoto Center.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Social media proficiency

Vehicle operation

CRM software

Mac/PC proficiency

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Northwest Mississippi Community College is seeking an Enrollment Specialist for the DeSoto Center to recruit and guide prospective students through the enrollment process. You will present to high schools, community groups, and local businesses, using social media and a CRM to manage prospective student communications.

You will collaborate with the Admissions and Records Office, support orientation and commencement, and contribute to a comprehensive recruiting plan with the registrar and dean at