Recruiter

Union County College is a public comprehensive community college providing quality, affordable, accessible educational programs that serve the greater Union County region. It is the oldest of New Jerseys 19 Associate Degree Colleges, serving both career-minded and transfer-oriented students since 1933. The College enrolls almost 30,000 credit, non-credit and continuing education students and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Many programs lead to the Associate in Arts, Science and Applied Science degrees.

Campus:

Cranford/Elizabeth/Plainfield General Description:

The Recruiter is responsible for assisting the department with reaching enrollment goals by supporting all student recruitment initiatives including but not limited to: college fairs, high school recruiting, college visit days, and adult learner recruitment. This key position represents the college internally and externally to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors and other individuals or organizations, and assists prospective applicants on the admission process and opportunities at UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ. Under the direction of the, Director of Enrollment Management, the Recruiter will assist in the College's New Student Orientation program. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Characteristics, Duties and Responsibilities:

Represents UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ at high schools, middle schools, youth organizations and community agencies throughout Union County and neighboring counties where students, parents, alumni, guidance counselors, and other constituents of the college gather in formal or informal groups. Under the direction of the Director, executes an overall enrollment recruitment strategy towards team and individual goals in order to meet enrollment goals for the College. Provides information to prospects, applicants and students via telephone, email, website, walk-in visits and other strategies. Under the direction of the Director, assist in developing and implementing district-wide, campus based, and program specific marketing and recruitment strategies. Assists with the development of enrollment marketing publications and communications in collaboration with the Communications department. Assists in the distribution of recruitment information and materials. Track statistics, gather data, and write reports. Provides outreach to area high school teachers, administrators, counselors as well as students and their families to promote UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ. Develops and maintains contacts with high schools and business/community leaders to provide admissions and information services and to recruit students from these areas. Coordinates outreach efforts with the Offices of Admissions/Registrar, Financial Aid, EOF and others. Provides prospective students with general financial aid, career and college admissions information. Provides individualized and group information and counseling to prospective students and parents regarding the college enrollment process. Assists in organizing and conducting on- and off- campus programs designed to promote community awareness of the College's programs, services and mission. Performs follow-up activities on student inquiries, contacts, and interviews via the College's CRM system or other communication outlets. Maintains literature racks, on and off campus. Responds to all inquiries regarding UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ programs. Prepares reports on recruitment activities using MS-Access, MS-Excel and other software applications. Other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Experience:

Student Recruitment Experience preferred.

Competencies and Skills Required:

Student Recruitment Experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

This position's duties are normally performed in a typical interior/residence work environment, based on the activity scheduled. Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. No or very limited exposure to physical risk. Some travel required. Union County College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services.

Union County College is an

EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/DisabledDisclaimer:

This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons. Union County College offers a competitive compensation package and salaries that are commensurate with experience and qualifications. The following benefits are also provided: Medical benefits and pension plan offered through the State of NJ; Dental and vision benefits; Vacation days based on accrual system; Ten paid holidays and three floating holidays that are determined by the College; Tuition remission for employee, spouse, and eligible children for credit and non-credit courses; and Tuition reimbursement for approved degree programs at an accredited college or university.