Admissions SpecialistRequisition IDreq1018DepartmentOffice of Dean of Student SuccessCampusSoutheast Campus
Employment TypeAcademic Prof - Full TimeClose DateApply Immediately; This position will close once sufficient qualified applications have been received.
Position SummaryThe Admissions Specialist is responsible for the marketing, advising, and admitting efforts for two high school programs- Gateway to College and YES to College Programs. Services may include enrollment services, new student recruitment, community outreach, public information, marketing, use of social media, web design/maintenance, and program specific promotional events.

See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/academic-pro-jobs/admissions-specialist/

Candidate Profile

Application Instructions

In your cover letter, please address:
· Your interest in the position
· How your experience meets the minimum qualifications and
· How you meet the following success criteria:

- Demonstrated experience conducting outreach and recruitment in community college/university settings.- Demonstrated experience organizing and effectively communicating a variety of information to diverse groups of people.- Demonstrated marketing experience including social media and designing/maintaining a website.

These qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.
Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

- Demonstrated experience conducting outreach and recruitment in community college/university settings.
- Demonstrated experience organizing and effectively communicating a variety of information to diverse groups of people.
- Demonstrated marketing experience including social media and designing/maintaining a website.
- Experience facilitating small workshops and information sessions.
- Experience assessing students’/clients’ needs and connecting them with appropriate educational options.
- Experience monitoring and tracking program applicants/clients.
- Experience supporting students in program planning and implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field, student services, or other related field (experience performing the duties of this job may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis).

Demonstrated experience in a healthcare environment or program related environment.

Experience in customer oriented or student centered experience advising preferably in an academic environment.

Experience in public speaking, educational marketing and recruitment.

Strong organizational skills with experience in program coordination and/or office management.

Position Grade2Starting Salary Expectations$47,135 to $50,494 (Step 3); based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.Position Grade Salary Range$47135 to $81734 Annual SalaryFTE1PCC BenefitsPCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.

PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee's Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.

Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age, as well as partial tuition reimbursement for full-time employees at other accredited institutions.

*Please note: Temporary Academic Professional employees are not eligible for Personal Leave Days, Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, or AD&D Insurance.

Paid Leave: (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)

• Starts at 13.33 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of services)
• 1 day of sick leave per month
• 11 holidays
• 3 additional personal leave days per year

View a complete list of PCC benefits.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is typically performed in an office environment with a high level of public contact, both over the phone and in person. During peak registration periods incumbents will typically work extended hours, including some weekends. This position requires travel within the community and PCC campuses using a personal vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Occasional lifting of large quantities of recruiting materials and display equipment that may weigh 30-50 pounds required. During peak recruiting seasons requires long hours of standing on cement or gym floors.

Background Check RequiredYesPortland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Portland Community College is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.