WEI Recruiter

Black Hawk College; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Tuition Waiver

Paid Holidays

Pension Plan

Job summary

Black Hawk College in Illinois seeks a full-time WEI Program Recruiter to drive enrollment in short-term career and technical certificates. You will lead outreach, build community partnerships, and guide prospective students through initial steps toward high-demand occupations.

The role requires occasional evenings and weekends, travel, and strong communication skills; you will collaborate with Marketing, Student Services, and local partners to promote WEI programs and manage the grant

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; must obtain a Bachelor’s degree within 4 years of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required.
• Previous experience with a database preferred.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality required.
• Experience working with diverse populations required.
• Ability to deliver presentations using technology required.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends required.
• Occasional travel required; valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes outreach to identify and engage prospective students for WEI programs.
• Articulates program goals to students, stakeholders, and school districts.
• Builds partnerships with community organizations and WEI providers.
• Represents the College at community meetings and events.
• Manages WEI Grant student applications and initial inquiries.
• Conducts initial eligibility screening for WEI funding.
• Coordinates with Marketing and Recruitment to promote WEI programs.
• Collects data for program documents and reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Public speaking

Diversity outreach experience

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree within 4 years

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database familiarity

Job description

General Information & Responsibilities

The Workforce Empowerment Initiative (WEI) Program Recruiter is a full-time position grant funded through the Workforce Empowerment Grant from each fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). The Recruiter is a dynamic and results-oriented professional responsible for driving enrollment in short-term career and technical certificate programs. This role focuses on proactive outreach, building community partnerships, and guiding prospective students through the initial stages of their journey into high-wage, in-demand occupations.

Description of Duties

Description Of Essential Duties

• Develops and executes comprehensive outreach strategies to identify, attract, and engage prospective students for WEI-funded programs. This includes planning and participating in community events, job fairs, workshops, high school visits, and other career-related activities.


• Effectively articulates program vision, goals, and learning objectives to diverse audiences, including potential students, community stakeholders, and school districts.


• Cultivates and maintains robust partnerships with community organizations, social service agencies, high schools, adult education centers, and local WEI providers to establish effective referral pipelines and enhance program visibility.


• Represents the College and WEI at community-related meetings and events.


• Manages the WEI Grant student application process, guiding potential students through initial inquiries, addressing questions, and assisting with preliminary documentation.


• Conducts initial eligibility screening for WEI grant funding and program requirements, ensuring compliance with grant guidelines.


• Collects insights on potential barriers to enrollment and completion to inform program improvements.


• Coordinates closely with the Marketing and Recruitment Department to develop and implement promotional campaigns for WEI programs, classes, and special events. This includes assisting in the creation and distribution of engaging marketing materials.


• Collects, prepares, and maintains accurate data for all required program documents and reports, tracking recruitment activities, applicant status, and enrollment metrics.


• Monitors and ensures the equitable and full participation of populations identified in the WEI grant.


• Collaborates with college departments to gather and submit required reports regarding WEI Grant applicants and students, progress toward completion, and key outcomes.


• Provides administrative and program support for the WEI Grant.


• Participates in ongoing professional development to maintain current knowledge of higher education trends and WEI Grant opportunities.

DESCRIPTION OF OTHER DUTIES

• Develops and maintains partnerships with agencies, providers, and high schools regarding career programs eligible under the WEI Grant at BHC.


• Collaborates with Student Services staff to provide career exploration and transitions experiences for students.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Demonstrates Black Hawk College core values.


• Performs above duties in an efficient, accurate, and timely manner.


• Maintains job related knowledge.

PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Works collaboratively with Career Services


• Works cooperatively with all student services department staff.


• Works cooperatively with faculty.


• Works cooperatively with students, alumni, and community members.


• Works cooperatively with employers, community agencies and other educational institutions.

Education & Experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s Degree required with need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree within 4 years of hire date, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required.


• Previous experience working with a database preferred.


• Excellent communication skills required.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality required.


• Previous experience working with diverse populations required.


• Ability to make effective individual and group presentations using technology required.


• Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes evenings and weekends required.


• Ability to travel occasionally required.


• Valid driver’s license required.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis required

Supplemental Information

Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas.

Black Hawk College is an AA/EEO employer.

While you contribute your talent and enthusiasm to BHC, as an eligible employee you will have access to outstanding health benefits, ample time off, a pension plan, educational opportunities, and much more. In this section, you will find an overview of our comprehensive and generous benefit programs. Be sure to check out the Compensation section as well.

Core Benefits

• Medical


• Prescription Drug Plan


• Mail Order Pharmacy


• Dental


• Vision


• Basic Life Insurance


• Tuition Waiver


• Employee Assistance Program


• Long-Term Disability


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA)


• Paid Holidays


• Sick Leave


• Vacation


• Personal Days

Retirement Pension Plans

State University Retirement System of Illinois (SURS): Employees working in a regular and continuous position or one in which services are expected to be rendered on a continuous basis for at least four months or one academic term, whichever is less, may be eligible to enroll in SURS. To learn more about SURS, visit www.SURS.org.

Optional 403b Tax-Deferred Investment Program: Employees may set up a 403b plan through Empower Retirement.

01

Do you have an Associate’s Degree? You will need to obtain a Bachelor’s degree within 4 years of hire date.

• Yes


• No

02

Are you proficient with Microsoft Office applications?

• Yes


• No

03

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes


• No

04

Do you have the ability to lift 50 pounds?

• Yes


• No


• Required Question