Job Description:
Primary Responsibility
Under the general supervision of a designated leader, the Senior
Enrollment Services Specialist assists with the recruiting
activities and pre-enrollment follow-up of students. This position
represents Colorado Mountain College at their campus and at off
campus events. This position interacts with student inquires,
applicants and current students.
The Senior Enrollment Services Specialist also applies knowledge of
programs, procedures, and policies to provide administrative
support and assistance in a student services function (e.g.
registrar, student records, admissions, residence life, and
financial aid). Assist current and prospective students and parents
with a variety of inquiries and topics.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position.
Examples include a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
and two years related work experience; or, Associate’s Degree and
three years related work experience, or High School Diploma/GED and
four years related work experience or equivalent education and
experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and
abilities to perform the functions of the position. Previous
admissions and recruitment experience preferred.
Special Skills or abilities related to position: work cooperatively
with internal and external parties; develop and organize events;
strong written, verbal, and presentation skills; analytical and
interpersonal skills; and the ability to multitask.
Knowledge of: variety of standard administrative and business
methods and procedures; standard Microsoft Office software.
Familiarity with other software such as Access, Publisher,
Photoshop, and Indesign beneficial.
Ability to: read, write, speak, and understand English well;
operate variety of office equipment; proficient in computer
applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and
electronic mail; multi-task; meet deadlines; strong verbal,
organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles
reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams,
cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They
guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right
fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member
in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working
effectively with students, employees, and community members of all
backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities
are preferred.
Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their
assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College further
expects employees to accurately report their work location at all
times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to ensure
compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and
operational requirements.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants
must be authorized to work in the United States without the need
for current or future sponsorship.
The hiring pay rate is $ 27.44 per hour. Benefits include
retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health
resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression
compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and
experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set
commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in
compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Position anticipated to close on August 27, 2026 or until
filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Duties
Recruiting, pre-enrollment, and student services activities such
as:
- Coordinates with Central Services Admissions on the scheduling
of local high school visits and assists in the recruiting of local
students
Works closely with other departments to provide services to
onboard new students
Assists with the development and coordination of admissions
processes and procedures
Assists in student recruiting and pre-enrollment follow-up;
follows-up with prospective students via phone and email
Evaluates and processes admissions applications including
determining residency status
Coordinates communication with applicant including phone calls,
emails and mailings
Schedules and conducts tours and other events to bring students
to the campus
Coordinates campus Visit Days for prospective students and
their guests
General Student Services Coordination and Front Office support
activities such as:
- Coordinates new student orientations with faculty and
staff
- Coordinates programs, projects, events, special activities
including Career Services activities on campus
- A ssist with Front Line Financial Aid Counseling, including;
FAFSA assistance; general counseling on financing options; provides
FA Self-Serve support and guidance, serves as back up for Financial
Aid
- Assists with the coordination of Concurrent Enrollment testing,
registration and reporting.
- May serve as a lead for front desk staff, admissions aides
and/or supervise work study students
- Trains and oversees the campus Student Ambassador program
- Performs clerical and technical support duties; prepares and
submits reports; assists in maintaining automated systems and data
files
- Serves on committees
- Serves as a back-up for registration
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
This position receives direction from a designated
supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibility
Position serves as a lead for others in the department.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including motor
vehicles records report will be required. Incumbents in this
position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of
Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. May
require travel within the college district, altered work schedule
and/or occasional evening/weekend hours.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking,
standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling;
frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements;
occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50
lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to
reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is
performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and
driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified
individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist
individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation
requests related to employment, including completing the
application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment
testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to
perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation
does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and
require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive
experience applying or interviewing for this position, please
direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources,
benefits@coloradomtn.edu
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic
nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of
typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all
positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor
does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.
Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the
ongoing needs of the organization.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the
institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental
stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations,
and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns
with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not
to compromise the needs of future generations.