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San Bruno, CA Posted:

Aug 27, 2026

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Sep 29, 2026 - 8:59

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Full-Time Ref. No.: 2C0272

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Annually Salary Range:

$91,716.00 - $117,144.00

Position ID:

204242

Share About San Mateo County Community College District:

The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. Detailed information about our student population, including student success data, is available on the District's Data Dashboard website. As outlined in our Future Focus Strategic Plan , SMCCCD is at a pivotal point in its work to deliver transformative education, advance equity, and serve as a pillar of innovation and community engagement across San Mateo County and the Bay Area. We promote a culture of belonging in which every student, staff, and faculty member feels seen, valued, and empowered. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to an environment that attracts and retains talented employees while encouraging innovation at every level. We seek employees who value mentorship and thrive in a collegial, collaborative environment guided by a commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual who demonstrates the ability to collaborate with faculty, classified staff, students, administration, and community partners to put students and public service for San Mateo County first.

Job Description:

Campus:

Skyline College General Description This is professional work at the action level involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating a student recruitment program for a community college. Under direction, the position analyzes marketing, enrollment, and retention trends to strategically plan a variety of recruitment programs, services, and outreach activities related to enhancing college admissions, retention, and community partnerships. Public contact is extensive and includes staff, students, outside educational institutions, community organizations, businesses, and the general public for the purpose of exchanging enrollment services information. A high degree of independent judgment and creativity is required, within the scope of the classification, to develop original and collaborative plans for recruitment and related services, marketing campaigns, programs, and activities, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Consequences of errors in judgment could be costly in public relations and in employee time. A College Recruiter can direct the work of other staff and student assistants as assigned Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification. Exchanges information with management and other staff, outside educational institutions, community and business representatives, media representatives, and others regarding outreach, enrollment, retention, and related services Confers with College staff to strategically plan informational campaigns, publicity materials, outreach activities, and recruitment objectives Makes presentations to small and large groups to provide information about College and District programs, courses, student support services, activities, short- and long-range plans Meets with faculty and management staff to present and discuss recruitment and retention issues Drives a motor vehicle to off-site locations to attend meetings, special events, workshops, and other activities to obtain current information Designs, coordinates, and conducts campus tours for potential students Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates student recruitment programs, activities, and services, in conjunction with other staff, students, other educational institutions, and business/community representatives Research student enrollment and retention history and trends for use in developing correspondence, surveys, and other materials for outreach to potential and current students Organizes and conducts focus groups and other research group meetings of community and business representatives to survey, compile, and assess local input on college climate, potential student concerns and goals, courses offered, services provided, labor market resources, and other recruitment and retention issues Uses a variety of computer software to set up and maintain demographic, statistical, and other data related to student enrollment, retention, and follow-up Researches, compiles data for, formats, and prepares special and regular reports and presentations Selects, trains, and directs the work of student assistants in recruitment and outreach services Collaborates with enrollment services, instructional, and other college staff to develop recruitment and retention campaigns that target specific college courses, majors, and programs Meets with high school and other educational institution representatives to compile data related to potential student interests, scholastic goals, demographics, and other topics Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge of:

College, District, and feeder school goals and objectives relative to student enrollment and retention Community, current and potential student demographics, financial status, and other fundamental data used in planning recruitment and retention campaigns Skill in: Research methodologies, resources, data analysis and collection, and documentation Respectful, sensitive communication with people at all levels within organizations who are diverse in their academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds Oral communication, including public speaking Written communication Directing the work of others Using a variety of computer software for research, presentations, documentation, and to set up and maintain files, prepare correspondence, reports, and other written materials Program planning, implementation, and evaluation Working accurately under deadline pressure Ability to: Work effectively as part of a customer service team Direct the work of others

Requirements:

A combination of education and experience equivalent to possession of a Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a closely related field Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff Possession of a valid California Driver's License and the ability to drive to off-site locations

Additional Information:

FLSA Status :

Non-Exempt Months Per Year:

12

Hours Per Week:

37.5 Physical/Other Requirements This classification requires attention to detail; work under deadline pressure; data comparison and analysis; visual comparison and acuity; tact, sensitivity; flexibility and adaptability; public speaking; persuasive communication; negotiation; directing and coordinating the work of individuals and groups; driving a motor vehicle to off-site locations; prioritization and multi-tasking in order to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The District pays all or a portion of monthly medical plan premiums (depending on the coverage) and pays all of the monthly dental and vision plan premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Additional paid benefits include life insurance, salary continuance insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Classified employees participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California. Optional tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 retirement plans are also available.

EEO Statement:

San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities. Our EEO Plan grounded in Title 5 regulations is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers. Annual Security Report San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2025 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2022-2024) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2025 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2025 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.

Application Instructions:

Conditions of Employment Before employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following: Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions). Foreign Education completed outside of the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in conventional/accredited U.S. education programs in order for it to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. Foreign transcripts must be translated and evaluated by a U.S.-based credentials evaluation service. The District currently accepts evaluations from agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Submit verifications of employment. Satisfactory references Successfully being cleared for employment through the background check process. In addition to background checks, the District may review publicly available information. If a candidate becomes aware of inaccurate information on the Internet, the candidate is welcome to address the issue with the Office of Human Resources. Disclose whether they have received a final administrative determination or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying. All applicants are required to submit: A completed Employment Application (available during the online application process). Resume Cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement and cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. Candidates for interview will be selected from those who most closely meet the requirements and possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by contacting Jennie Elizalde at elizaldej@smccd.edu or (650) 358-6822 in the Office of Human Resources. The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits and/or repost or restart recruitments at any time. The District requires all work to be conducted in California. SMCCCD is not an H1B sponsoring employer. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by