Student Recruiter

Managerial & Professional

Assists in developing and implementing student recruitment and outreach, designed to meet enrollment goals in targeted geographic areas and specific student populations; maintain an ongoing presence in assigned Independent School Districts (ISDs) and neighboring community-based organizations; strategize on opportunities to enhance recruitment efforts and implement identified strategies.

Essential Functions :

Recruit students in compliance with HCC's Non-Discrimination Policy; recruit high school junior and senior students for various dual credit courses.

Foster relationships with assigned ISDs, be the primary contact between the College and high school counselors / students for the onboarding of students.

Assess and promptly respond to the needs and concerns of prospective students, applicants, and parents through various communication mediums.

Establish a recruitment plan to continuously fill the prospective and applicant student pipeline; increase the conversion rate(s) of graduating high school students and other student pipelines.

Collaborate with various departments to assist students in completing checklist items; communicate with the student pipeline to move across to enrollment.

Establish and maintain a thorough knowledge of all programs at HCC, including but not limited to academic, workforce, adult education, and non-credit programs.

Provide detailed information regarding career and pathways planning, admissions, and enrollment processes.

Lead and facilitate information sessions and sessions on admission requirements for internal and prospective students, virtually and in person.

Work closely with specific departments on recruitment initiatives; attend recruitment functions of high schools, colleges, community fairs, partner events.

Develop a network with external businesses, churches, and other agencies, to promote HCC programs.

Host recruitment fairs and similar outreach events throughout the year to attract new students to HCC; support recruitment activities and District sponsored Outreach and Recruitment events.

Maintain an accurate log within the CRM of personal touchpoints and engagement activities with prospective and applicants.

Identify and coordinate assessment procedures for individuals entering HCC programs.

Manage a caseload of prospects and applicants; generate and distribute recruitment reports via the CRM.

Collaborate with the Office of Public Information to develop marketing materials, recruitment presentations and promotional materials.

In collaboration with admission staff and COEs across the district, coordinate participation in college recruitment fairs, conferences, and related outreach events utilizing marketing materials.

Perform other duties, tasks, and assignments as required.

Qualifications :

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 years directly related experience preferred.
• Higher Education work experience preferred.

Licensing & Certification :

Special Skills :

Competencies :

Working Conditions :

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

Security Sensitive : This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215

The Organization :

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country's largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team :

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location :

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities :

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement :

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :

Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO / Compliance / Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.