ABOUT COLORADO NORTHWESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE:

Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) fosters educational excellence and student success, prepares students for local and global citizenship, anticipates and responds to the needs of surrounding communities, and contributes to evolving regional economic development. CNCC is a small, rural community college located in Northwest Colorado with campuses located in Rangely, CO and Craig, CO. CNCC offers an exceptional experience to employees with outdoor activities, wildlife, and small rural communities.

The College has various unique programs including Aviation Technology (Flight), Aviation Maintenance Technology, National Park Service Academy and the Paleontology Plan of Study. We also offer great opportunities for our students in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Emergency Medical Services and Automotive Technology. The college provides AA, AS, AAS, and certificate programs so students have excellent choices in their degree plans.

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Recruiter is directly responsible for the recruitment of traditional undergraduate and non-traditional students to CNCC. This position is based on the Rangely Campus but travels to all service areas within Colorado and the surrounding states. The Recruiter will manage all aspects of the admissions funnel for prospective students within an assigned geographic territory. This position develops, maintains and manages a database of prospective students, and assists in planning, coordinating and executing recruiting and outreach promotions, activities and events. The Recruiter works collaboratively with faculty, staff and external resources to achieve the Campus’ enrollment and outreach objectives. Extensive travel (including evenings/overnights/weekends), valid driver's license or ability to arrange for transportation, and the ability to occasionally lift up to 45 pounds are expected.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties and Responsibilities include:

· Manage all aspects of recruiting efforts for specified territory/academic programs in order to meet stated recruitment goals.

· Utilize CRM to effectively manage territory. Demonstrate proficiency with banner and related student information databases.

· Develops, maintains, manages and analyzes prospective student database. Executes marketing, recruitment and outreach activities and campaigns with the intent of achieving recruitment targets.

· Build relationships with and assist prospective students throughout all phases of the enrollment cycle (inquiry through enrollment).

· Conduct appointments, walking campus tours, and group information sessions for prospective students and their families.

· Conduct phone, e-mail and other contacts with prospective students throughout the admissions process (freshman, returners and transfer).

· Represent CNCC at college fairs, high schools, career nights, financial aid nights, and other off-campus events.

· Actively develop and execute recruiting activities, including but not limited to: Letter campaigns, call campaigns, events, high school visits.

· Must have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. This position will provide regular feedback to supervisor and recruiting team on prospects, calendar and requests.

· Demonstrate expert knowledge of college offerings, programs, certificates and degrees. Work with faculty and staff to learn program requirements, changes and updates.

· Public Speaking is an expectation of this position. Develop and continuously update a CNCC presentation to use in outreach activities in the community. Share presentation with small and large groups as requested.

· Build relationships with parents, guidance counselors, and other external constituents.

· Promote and adhere to the Mission of the College and employee handbook.

· Maintain and develop relationships with faculty and staff of the College.

· Performs other services as deemed reasonable by the Vice President of Student Services.

· Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

· Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

· Proficient in the usage of computer programs (Microsoft Office) and other technologies required.

· Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience with promoting inclusivity required.

· Attention to detail and ability to multi-task; determination to meet recruitment goals

· Conducts campus tours to showcase the campus' offerings and introduce prospective student enrollees to school administrators, faculty and students.

· Makes 40 outbound calls weekly to set appointments with prospective students to come visit the campus.

· Ensures prospective students complete all required enrollment forms (e.g., Enrollment, Application for Admissions, Transcript Request, Financial Aid, Placement Test, etc.).

· Assists with and attends orientation of newly enrolled students to ensure a positive start to their educational experience with Colorado Northwestern.

· Accurately and completely explains educational programs, expected outcomes, student services, and financial consideration to prospective students, parents, and educators.

· Conducts follow-up meetings with all applicants to ensure on-going interest and successful enrollment.

· Communicates with students via regularly scheduled one-on-one phone calls, letters, emails and other events to ensure potential student is prepared to successfully start school.

· Schedules group events to facilitate networking among potential graduate students and to ensure that they are prepared to start school.

· Expert knowledge of CNCC scholarships. Provide support and follow up to prospective students with the scholarship application process and follow up.

· Excellent customer service. Assist with answering general phone calls. Support customer service and response of the CNCC 800 number and general information questions

· Represents the College at internal and external functions as needed.

· Hire, train, and manage student workers for Recruiting.

· Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

This job requires any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and/or experience as indicated below:

Education and Training:

· Associate’s degree in a related field (Sales, Communication or Marketing are preferred) from accredited college or university.

Prior Related Experience:

· 1-3 years prior Admissions, Sales and/or Advising experience.

· Experience living and working in a residence hall or similar group living environment.

Equipment & Technology:

· Strong working knowledge of computer software relative to the position (database driven software), as well was Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.

Licensure/Certification: Valid Driver’s License.

Other:

• Possess diplomacy, tact, and the ability to use good discretion with confidential student information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with students/parents/families and collaborate effectively with campus partners.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

· Ability to carry or pull materials needed for visits – up to 45 pounds.

· Some evening and weekend hours required, especially during the fall recruiting season.

· Dependable.

· Strong public speaking skills.

· Able to work flexible hours conducive to contacting students when available.

· Self-starter who is comfortable working with diverse populations. Must be outgoing and willing to interact with prospective students in a variety of settings.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training: Bachelor’s Degree in related field.

Prior Related Experience: Three years, full-time experience in Admissions, Sales or Recruiting.

Other:

· Experience coordinating programs and related campus activities

· Experience with Ellucian Recruiter and Banner or similar ERP

· Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All interested and qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation, along with a completed Colorado Northwestern Community College application for exempt employment to the Department of Human Resources.

Colorado Northwestern Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Colorado Northwestern Community College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policy 19-60.

The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Colorado Northwestern Community College will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education programs.

The College has designated Jennifer Rea, Associate Dean of Students & Campus Life, as its Title IX/EO Coordinator and Brett Caskey, Vice President of Student Services, as its ADA/Section 504/Title II with the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. If you have any questions regarding Title IX/EO please contact Jennifer Rea, at (970) 675-3229 or jennifer.rea@cncc.edu and for questions regarding ADA/Section 504/Title II please contact Brett Caskey at 970-675-3213 or brett.caskey@cncc.edu. Reasonable accommodations are available. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Angela Miller, Executive Director of Human Resources, at 970.675.3235 or angela.miller@cncc.edu. You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204, telephone (303) 844-3417.

Name: Jennifer Rea

Address: 500 Kennedy Drive, Rangely, CO 81648

Phone: 970.675.3229

Name: Zachary Stevenson

Address: 500 Kennedy Drive Rangely, CO 81648

Phone: 970.675.3312

Name: Angela Miller

Address: 500 Kennedy Drive Rangely, CO 81648

Phone: 970.675.3235

Name: Brett Caskey

Address: 500 Kennedy Drive, Rangely CO 81648

Phone: 970.675.3213

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person