Student Recruiter - Elk, Cameron, and McKean Counties

JOB TITLE:  Student Recruiter

LOCATION:  Elk, Cameron, and McKean Counties, Pennsylvania

CLASSIFICATION:  Full-time, Non-Exempt

PRIORITY DEADLINE:  April 18, 2025

DIVISION: Enrollment and Student Services

DEPARTMENT: Marketing and Public Relations

REPORTS TO: Director of Marketing and Public Relations

SUPERVISES:  Not Applicable

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with marketing, advertising, or customer service situations
• Experience with using basic office software

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent work experience
• Experience in adult education, workforce development, or corporate training
• Familiarity with customer relationship management systems
• Knowledge of relevant funding sources for student assistance
• Knowledge of student recruitment and retention
• Experience with networking and sales, including cold calls

KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Goal-setting and organizational abilities
• Comfort working with diverse groups
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills
• Collaboration and independence in fast-paced environments
• Familiarity with computerized databases, productivity tools, and Microsoft Office 365

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you ready to be the face of excitement and opportunity for prospective students and businesses? Looking for an opportunity to connect with your community and make a real difference? We're searching for an enthusiastic and community-minded individual to join us as a Student Recruiter. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Public Relations, you'll be the friendly face of NPRC, building relationships with local businesses, community leaders, and potential students. Your mission? To spread the word about our awesome academic and workforce development programs! By teaming up with businesses, schools, and community groups, you'll help NPRC stay front and center in the communities we love. As a Student Recruiter, you're not just shaping futures; you're helping to boost the economy and create opportunities for people across northern Pennsylvania. Ready to dive in and make a difference? Join us and let's get started on this exciting journey together!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establish and Maintain Relationships:
  • Meet with non-profits, businesses, and community organizations to learn about their organization and potential training or educational needs
  • Encourage businesses to invest in and support employees and their family's enrollment in both academic and workforce development courses
  • Participate in community events and deliver presentations to promote NPRC's academic and workforce education offerings
  • Conduct recruitment outreach through phone calls and emails to raise awareness of NPRC's services and programs
• Active Student Recruitment:
  • Stay informed about upcoming academic and workforce development offerings, enrollment procedures, and NPRC educational programs
  • Build relationships with contacts at secondary school districts to educate faculty, staff, and students about NPRC opportunities
  • Represent NPRC at targeted constituencies such as Chambers of Commerce, service organizations, and local government bodies
• Collaborate with other NPRC teams and departments to enhance student recruitment and advisement strategies
• Maintain prospect and organization contacts in the Customer Relationship Management System (CRM), logging all activities and communications regularly
• Actively promote NPRC's mission and cultivate a positive college culture of inclusiveness and collaboration
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of NPRC

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to obtain the following clearances and training:

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Pennsylvania Access To Criminal History Record Check
• Federal Criminal History Background Check
• Training Certificate - Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical and mental demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read, speak, and write in English
• Ability to read, understand, and recall instructions and guidelines
• Ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information
• Must be able to occasionally lift and move up to 25 lbs./12 kg.

WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK SCHEDULE:

• Office Space/Location: Dependent upon incumbent’s residence location, office availability, and College needs. For more information regarding NPRC locations visit regionalcollegepa.org
• Work hours: This position requires work hour flexibility and varied hours, including evenings and weekends
• Full-Time employees are expected to work a minimum of 37 hours per week. Schedules will vary based upon position and business needs

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent daily travel throughout the College’s service region required
• Consistent access to a vehicle or reliable means to travel within the College’s service region is necessary

Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NPRC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, or place of birth, sex, gender identity or expression, perceived gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, use of a service animal due to disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran status, age, or other classification protected by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.