Admissions Recruiter

Job Details

Job Title: Admissions Recruiter
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 297385

About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, the Recruiter is an energetic professional who participates in all aspects of recruitment of prospective students in their assigned territory and for select outreach programs. The successful candidate must be able to share the benefits of an education from Gordon State College with various audiences to build relationships and affinity for GSC, while effectively meeting students' needs and interests.

Responsibilities

Recruitment & Outreach

• Travels to high schools, college fairs, and other locations to recruit prospective students.
• Prepares and delivers presentations and campus tours to prospective students, visitors, and other stakeholders.
• Serves as the primary contact for high school counselors within assigned territory.
• Attends counselor-focused and sponsored events across the state.
• Assists in planning and executing on-campus events for high school counselors.
• Participate in implementing communication strategies for counselors.

Student Advising & Support

• Advises prospective students on academic programs, admissions policies, and procedures.
• Guides students in selecting majors aligned with their interests and career goals, ensuring applications accurately reflect choices.
• Refers students with specific learning and support needs to appropriate campus services.
• Connects special populations (e.g., veterans, adult learners) with tailored services and support.

Recruitment Strategy & Campaigns

• Participates in the development and implementation of recruitment strategies.
• Completes outreach campaigns via email, phone calls, and text messages.
• Assists with planning, promoting, and executing yield events to support enrollment goals.

Collaboration & Professional Engagement

• Assists with departmental initiatives and university-wide events.
• Represents the university on committees and in state and regional professional organizations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a higher education setting.
• Familiarity with Gordon State College and its academic programs.
• Experience in post-secondary enrollment services.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs, including Banner and CRM.
Knowledge of admissions policies including freshmen, transfer, access institute, and learning support requirements.
Skill in information analysis, decision making, and problem solving.
Skill in the provision of customer services to applicants and students.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Aptitude for navigating information systems and interpreting data.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.
Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.
Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.
Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Other Information

This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:
Health insuranceDental VisionFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Life InsuranceSick LeaveVacation LeaveParental LeaveRetirementEmployee discountsTuition reimbursement

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Other Information

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping.
• The employee occasionally lifts boxes of supplies and materials weighing up to 20lbs.
• The work is typically performed in an office or school setting.
• The work requires frequent travel, nights, and some weekends.