Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.

Outreach and Recruitment Specialist

SALARY: $51,169.50 - $56,297.85

LOCATION: Lynnwood, Washington

DESCRIPTION:

The Outreach and Recruitment Specialist at Edmonds College is responsible for representing the college in the community for the purposes of recruiting new students, networking with high schools and community partners to attract a diverse student body, and assisting in meeting the college’s enrollment goals. Under the general direction of the Director of Outreach, this position participates in the planning, developing, and implementing of student recruitment and outreach efforts.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Represent the college at high schools, college and career fairs, and community events (virtual or in-person) to provide and present information about the benefits of Edmonds College degrees, certificates, and programs.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with community partners and K-12 educational partners.
• Collaborate with all members of the Outreach Team to foster relationships within the community for the recruitment of high school and adult populations.
• Plan, develop, and implement campus recruitment-related promotional events as directed by the Director of Outreach.
• Collaborate with the Student Services team, Communications and Marketing team, and program faculty to develop outreach and recruitment strategies, tactics, and processes in support of or in addition to the college recruitment plan.
• Build on current outreach efforts to design creative and innovative ways to recruit and outreach to prospective students.
• Lead weekly campus tours as needed.
• Maintain relationships with prospective students through our customer relationship management system (CRM) to follow up with prospective students to facilitate enrollment through identified communication plans.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders and their programs to identify, plan, and implement a cyclical schedule of outreach and recruitment activities including meeting and working with specific industries, businesses, professional groups, local schools, and community-based organizations.
• Collaborate with the Communications and Marketing team to develop print, digital, and social media communications for targeted groups of prospective students.
• Plan events/visits (in-person or virtual) with local school districts.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community groups, agencies, and businesses that offer opportunities for referrals/recruitment and work with other campus representatives to facilitate referrals/recruitment.
• Assist in training and mentoring student workers.
• Attend, participate, and be a member of the Enrollment & Student Services Division and other committees as assigned.
• Respond to prospective student inquiries that are received through the college’s website, email, texting and office phone.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of college programs, processes, and services in order to effectively guide prospective students through the admission/entry process.
• Determine swag/marketing materials needed to promote the college.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

This is an exempt position that reports to the Director of Outreach.

For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below. We will begin reviewing applications on May 31, 2023.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of experience in customer service, outreach, recruiting, admissions, advising, marketing, sales, or public and/or community relations.
• Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to develop and deliver effective public presentations (in-person and virtual).
• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience using a customer relationship management (CRM) system to communicate with prospective students and track actions and results.
• Bilingual skills are a plus, preferably in Korean, Vietnamese, Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish or Arabic.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is generally performed in an office environment. The ability to speak clearly on the telephone and use a computer is required. Recurring early/late hours (weekend/early morning/evening meetings). This position requires the ability to drive and use of a personal vehicle. The ability to make sound judgments is essential.

COMPENSATION:

Salary is $51,169.50 - $56,297.85 and is based on the Edmonds CC administrative/exempt salary schedule, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options and more. Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 24 vacation leave days per year.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., including some evenings and weekends.

FLSA Status:

The position is an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.

Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
• Edmonds College requires vaccination for all employees and students. Exemptions may be accepted. This safety measure will allow the college to reopen safely and minimize risk against COVID-19 and its variants. Future requirements may be set in accordance with internal policies or changes in state or federal guidance.

Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete:

Important, if this posting is on an external website other than www.edmonds.edu/hr or Edmonds College Job Opportunities please follow one of these links to apply. Applying via an external webpage will not enter our application system.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu.

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer and assures equality of treatment in educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may call 425-640-1470 and accommodations will be made to the extent reasonably possible. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.