Job Title: College Assistance Migrant Program - Recruitment & Retention Specialist
Location: Tifton, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 243429
Job Summary POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: College Assistance Migrant Program Recruitment & Retention Specialist

Job Description: The CAMP Recruitment and Retention Specialist will assist in the recruitment efforts targeting migrant and seasonal farm working students who qualify for CAMP services. They will prepare and present at workshops, events, leadership activities, post-secondary admissions, financial aid workshops, etc., to assist prospective students in completing the necessary paperwork for admissions into CAMP. This includes, but not limited to, assisting students completing information for financial aid and housing. Additionally, they will assist in retention efforts with CAMP alums at the direction of the CAMP Associate Director.

Reports to: College Assistance Migrant Program Associate Director

Department: Multicultural Education

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Recruit prospective CAMP students and assist in the completion of the CAMP and ABAC application, the FAFSA, housing application, and ABAC orientation Stay current with CAMP guidelines, attend required trainings/professional development, and staff meetingsParticipate in community events aimed at the migrant farm working populationDesign, present, and evaluate best recruitment plan to recruit prospective CAMP studentsEnsure that students qualify and meet all eligibility requirements needed for participation in CAMP prior to turning in their application folders to the Associate DirectorWork with agencies that refer students. This includes but is not limited to schools, churches, non-profits, and farmsAssess eligibility of all potential program participants referred by partner agenciesEstablish direct contact with migrant/farm-working high school seniorsContact interested students via telephone, personal interview, and other methodsMaintain travel information and submit proper documentation of travelSubmit monthly effort reports to the CAMP Associate DirectorAssist prospective and enrolled CAMP students in navigating BannerHolding skill building workshops in conjunction with the Associate Director and assisting enrolled CAMP students with their FAFSAIn the absence of Director and/or Associate Director, step in to observe CAMP Study Hall, CAMP events, etc.Performs other duties as assigned that align with the CAMP Grant

WORKING LOCATION & DEMANDS

This position will be at ABAC’s main campus in Tifton, GeorgiaOffice setting with minimal lifting or physical requirementsTravel throughout the service area is requiredMust be able to work flexible hours, weekends, and/or eveningsMust be available to travel overnight for one day to a week.Must hold a current Georgia driver’s license

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:Associate’s degree, (Bachelor’s degree in any educational field preferred). Bilingual in English and Spanish (fluency/proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking) is required.Minimum two years’ experience of work with target populationCulturally competent to the needs of migrant and seasonal farm workers.Basic computer literacy skills with email, Word, Excel, and other Microsoft 365 programs.Demonstrated competency in self-motivation and initiative.Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the previous list: Experience working with the migrant and seasonal farm worker population for one to three years.SALARY is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This position is 100% grant funded.