What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Admissions and Outreach Recruiter position at Mt. Hood Community College?
JOB
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by May 4, 2025.Job SummaryInspires, shares, and creates opportunities for potential student engagement using relationship-building and technology-based student-recruitment activities as part of the admissions and outreach team. Assists and leads content support on social media, specialized software, and texting used for recruitment purposes. Participates in, plans, organizes, and implements on- and off-campus recruitment events throughout and beyond the local student recruiting areas; participates in hosting prospective student visits, campus information sessions, and other traditional and innovative recruitment activities that lead to MHCC being the first choice in the area for post-secondary education and training.Essential DutiesOrganizes, plans, and participates in a diverse array of innovative recruitment events and outreach activities throughout and beyond the local student recruiting areas; participates in hosting prospective student visits, campus information sessions, and innovative recruitment activities. Assists prospective students on degree programs offerings and discusses admissions requirements and application processes.Oversees the customer relations management system. Enters and audits data and sets up campaigns and timeline. Develops and sends electronic communications and ensures timely information and accurate data management for prospective students.Assists and leads content support on social media, specialized software, and texting used for recruitment purposes. Collaborates on development of evidence-based recruitment strategies and best practices for the college. Participates in tabling, registration events, and outreach events for both traditional and non-traditional age recruitment.Compiles and analyzes data from various communication channels for recruitment efforts. Recommend improvements. Communicates admissions and outreach information consistently and effectively with prospective students and their families. Responds to general inquiries.Maintains and builds relationships with local high school counselors, students and faculty to promote Mount Hood Community College as a post-secondary college of choice. Ensures consistent outreach and follow up on events.Additional DutiesFacilitates referrals to staff and resources when appropriateAssists with commencementParticipates in state, regional, and national conferences and meetings to maintain knowledge of current industry best practices and grant guidelines, when applicablePerforms all other duties as assigned
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in relevant areas: marketing, education, human resources, communications or similarTwo (2) years of experience in student recruitment or admissions, including marketing or communication outreach developmentExperience working with high school age students Current driver’s license, insurance, and access to reliable automobile during work hours for transportation to off-campus sites. Must have at least three (3) years of driving historyExperience working with the diverse backgrounds of the College's community, students and employees and demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversityEquivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a year for year basis\Preferred QualificationsBilingual skills with fluency in English and Spanish, or other language that meets community needs Experience with social media marketingFamiliarity with student leadership development theoryExperience working with diverse college studentsExperience managing a customer relations management system (CRM)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment, across the College and throughout the community, occasional exposure to outdoor environments and inclement weather and requiring travel beyond college campuses.This position does require off site visits to high schools, businesses and other places prospective students convene. Including some evening and weekend events. This position may be eligible for remote work on a hybrid basis upon approval. Any
remote work requires prior approval and must comply with MHCC Remote Work
policies and administrative regulations. Remote work must be within the states
of Oregon or Washington.Physical Demands: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and outdoor campus setting; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies;, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying marketing and promotional materials, office equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read, prepare and assure the accuracy of documents.SalaryInitial salary placement will be based on years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College, per the guidelines in the applicable Handbook or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Please include all relevant full and part-time experience in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.Important InformationMHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.Please note: We do not request or read letters of recommendation. Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials. We are looking for the required documents. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service-connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application. You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR 97030. If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.
For best consideration, please submit your application materials by May 4, 2025.Job SummaryInspires, shares, and creates opportunities for potential student engagement using relationship-building and technology-based student-recruitment activities as part of the admissions and outreach team. Assists and leads content support on social media, specialized software, and texting used for recruitment purposes. Participates in, plans, organizes, and implements on- and off-campus recruitment events throughout and beyond the local student recruiting areas; participates in hosting prospective student visits, campus information sessions, and other traditional and innovative recruitment activities that lead to MHCC being the first choice in the area for post-secondary education and training.Essential DutiesOrganizes, plans, and participates in a diverse array of innovative recruitment events and outreach activities throughout and beyond the local student recruiting areas; participates in hosting prospective student visits, campus information sessions, and innovative recruitment activities. Assists prospective students on degree programs offerings and discusses admissions requirements and application processes.Oversees the customer relations management system. Enters and audits data and sets up campaigns and timeline. Develops and sends electronic communications and ensures timely information and accurate data management for prospective students.Assists and leads content support on social media, specialized software, and texting used for recruitment purposes. Collaborates on development of evidence-based recruitment strategies and best practices for the college. Participates in tabling, registration events, and outreach events for both traditional and non-traditional age recruitment.Compiles and analyzes data from various communication channels for recruitment efforts. Recommend improvements. Communicates admissions and outreach information consistently and effectively with prospective students and their families. Responds to general inquiries.Maintains and builds relationships with local high school counselors, students and faculty to promote Mount Hood Community College as a post-secondary college of choice. Ensures consistent outreach and follow up on events.Additional DutiesFacilitates referrals to staff and resources when appropriateAssists with commencementParticipates in state, regional, and national conferences and meetings to maintain knowledge of current industry best practices and grant guidelines, when applicablePerforms all other duties as assigned
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in relevant areas: marketing, education, human resources, communications or similarTwo (2) years of experience in student recruitment or admissions, including marketing or communication outreach developmentExperience working with high school age students Current driver’s license, insurance, and access to reliable automobile during work hours for transportation to off-campus sites. Must have at least three (3) years of driving historyExperience working with the diverse backgrounds of the College's community, students and employees and demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversityEquivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a year for year basis\Preferred QualificationsBilingual skills with fluency in English and Spanish, or other language that meets community needs Experience with social media marketingFamiliarity with student leadership development theoryExperience working with diverse college studentsExperience managing a customer relations management system (CRM)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment, across the College and throughout the community, occasional exposure to outdoor environments and inclement weather and requiring travel beyond college campuses.This position does require off site visits to high schools, businesses and other places prospective students convene. Including some evening and weekend events. This position may be eligible for remote work on a hybrid basis upon approval. Any
remote work requires prior approval and must comply with MHCC Remote Work
policies and administrative regulations. Remote work must be within the states
of Oregon or Washington.Physical Demands: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and outdoor campus setting; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store files and supplies;, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying marketing and promotional materials, office equipment, supplies and materials weighing up to 25 pounds; emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control; hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read, prepare and assure the accuracy of documents.SalaryInitial salary placement will be based on years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College, per the guidelines in the applicable Handbook or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Please include all relevant full and part-time experience in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.Important InformationMHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.Please note: We do not request or read letters of recommendation. Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials. We are looking for the required documents. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service-connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application. You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR 97030. If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.
