College Recruiter
Job Description
Benefits
- Continuing education credits
Full job description
Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.
As a critical position in the Recruitment Department, this role engages in outreach activities. Recruiters engage with students in the local high schools, adult learners, and the community at large. Recruiters advise prospective students and their supporters about the academic and career opportunities available through Virginia Westerns degree, certificate, and Workforce credential programs. Recruiters also advise students on available financial assistance and scholarship opportunities available to support enrollment. This includes the Community College Access Program (CCAP), federal and state financial aid, and grant funding. This position serves as a direct support to CCAP candidates and school counselors by communicating the program purpose, requirements and application process. This position will assist the Recruitment Coordinator with scheduling and executing on-campus, off-campus and online events, such as open houses, information sessions, and student orientations. This position will serve high school students, adults, and all other non-traditional learners through relevant recruitment efforts and experiences. Recruiters will also participate in enrollment campaigns to engage special populations including prospective, current, and former students.
This position utilizes various technology platforms such as the online application for admission, the student information system, the online scholarship application platform, online orientation system, and Navigate.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
Submission of online application must also include a resume and cover letter. Transcripts and/or an “other” document, such as a letter of reference or additional transcripts, are optional and may be included as part of the online application process. Incomplete on-line applications will not be accepted. Materials submitted via regular e mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in person in lieu of the online application will not be considered. All documents must be received by 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
The selected candidates offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealths Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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