Student Life And Recruitment Specialist

General Job Description

To work with the Office of Student Life and Recruitment to support recruitment efforts by attending recruitment/community events, representing the college at large, assisting in the management of prospective students, and assisting with campus tours. The position will also help support a comprehensive student life program; supervising students and volunteers assigned to the office; encouraging students to participate in student life and the Student Government Association to foster student leadership development; and coordinating student organizations and clubs.

Duties

Student Services Program Management

• Assist the Office of Student Life and Recruitment with:

• Development, planning, implementation, review, and administration of recruitment and student life goals and objectives, policies, and procedures.

• Planning and travel to recruitment tours (e.g., CACRAO) and events.

• Student registration activities, as needed.

• New student orientation processes.

• Assisting applicants, as needed, in connecting with staff to help complete their admissions requirements.

• Compiling statistical data and reports to evaluate the effectiveness/efficiency of recruitment and student life programs and to generate program changes or additions.

• Advising the Student Government Association.

Participate in the development of marketing strategies to promote campus activities and services to maximize student involvement.Schedule use of commons area by external and internal organizations.Develop and maintain professional connections in state and national organizations.Maintain a work schedule that could include nights and weekends, which includes serving as a chaperone, as needed, for students at overnight and day conferences or events pertaining to recruitment efforts.Review and recommend changes to Student Services policies and procedures.Comply with federal, state, local and college goals objectives, procedures, policies, and laws.

Financial Management

• Assist the Office of Student Life and Recruitment with the following:

• Coordinate the assigned budget appropriation.

• Complete requisitions and other financial paperwork in a timely manner.

• Oversee the use of grant funds ensuring compliance with the grant(s), if applicable.

• Submit budget recommendations.

Customer Service

• Practice exemplary student customer service skills.

• Practice exemplary colleague customer service skills.

• Create an environment that facilitates radical hospitality.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required:

• Associate degree in marketing, business, education or a related field.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, education or a related field.

• One year of experience in student activities, recreation, or college recruitment.

• One year of leadership/management experience.

• One year of experience in Student Services at a North Carolina community college.

College Requirements of all Employees

• Demonstrated excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equal opportunity, and the academic, intellectual, and social development of all students and employees.

• An understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.

• Treats others respectfully, speaks to others courteously, and behaves in such a way that creates a workplace environment that is marked by trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and interpersonal interactions that are both personally cordial and professionally appropriate.

• Acts as a team player when working with any and all employees of the College.

• Serves on institutional committees as appointed by the President.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed.

• Annually review all Randolph Community College safety rules and policies and be familiar with all emergency safety procedures.

• Promote good safety habits and be compliant with OSHA safety regulations.

• Randolph Community College conducts a background check and drug screening on all full-time new hires.