Recruitment Specialist

Job Description:

Recruitment Specialist

Department:
Student Information Services Pay Classification: 130 (minimum salary: $42,800)

Reports To:

Dean of Enrollment Services FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

The Recruiter plans, develops, and implements a variety of outreach and recruitment programs designed to attract and engage prospective students. This position works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and community partners to promote Hill College programs and support enrollment goals through innovative recruitment strategies and events.

Minimum Required

Education:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communication, sales, education, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Minimum Required

Experience:

Two (2) years of related experience in higher education

One (1) year of direct experience in student recruitment preferred

Core Duties and

Required Knowledge:
Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive student recruitment and tracking strategy to attract a diverse and engaged student population.

Identify and engage prospective students through school visits, community outreach, and participation in college and career fairs across the district.

Coordinate TACRAO and other outreach events; provide training, guidance, and support to faculty and staff involved in recruitment activities.

Serve as a resource to departments and programs to strengthen recruitment planning, participation, and outcomes.

Partner with Institutional Affairs and Instruction to promote Hill College's mission, programs, and institutional image through community and school events.

Organize and manage individual and group campus tours, ensuring visitors receive accurate and engaging information.

Lead and oversee the Hill College Ambassadors program, including training and supervision of student representatives.

Collaborate with Institutional Affairs to ensure recruitment materials and promotional content are current, accurate, and effectively distributed.

Evaluate outreach and recruitment efforts, analyze outcomes, and recommend strategies to improve efficiency and impact.

Maintain appropriate records, reports, and materials to support recruitment operations and data tracking.

Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and college systems for communication, scheduling, and reporting.

Apply working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations impacting recruitment and admissions (including FERPA and Apply Texas).

Understand and apply best practices in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource management.

Uphold the Hill College mission, vision, and policies in all outreach and recruitment activities.

Strategic Vision and

Program Development:
Contribute to Hill College's strategic enrollment management goals through effective recruitment initiatives.

Identify new opportunities, partnerships, and programs to expand student engagement and access.

Develop innovative strategies to enhance outreach effectiveness and alignment with institutional priorities.

Recommend process improvements to support continuous program growth and sustainability.

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators to coordinate district-wide recruitment efforts.

Build and maintain partnerships with local schools, universities, and community organizations.

Partner with Institutional Affairs to align marketing and communication strategies with recruitment goals.

Serve on institutional committees and work groups as assigned.

Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a welcoming and safe environment that provides a sense of belonging for all

Demonstrated Attributes:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and time management

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

Professional, approachable, and student-centered demeanor

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to Hill College's mission, values, and Code of Conduct

Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and schedules

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly

Other Information:
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.

Travel to area schools, events, and other Hill College locations as required

Occasional evening and weekend work required during peak recruitment periods

Security-sensitive position

Serves on institutional committees as directed

Physical Requirements:

Light work; exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for sedentary work.