College Admissions Recruiter

Job Title: College Admissions Recruiter
Location: Atl Metropolitan State College
Regular/Temporary:
Full/Part Time:
Job ID: 304818
About Us

Welcome to Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC)!

At Atlanta Metropolitan State College, we are committed to creating a vibrant, growth-oriented community where innovation thrives, collaboration is celebrated, and contributions are valued. As a proud member of the University System of Georgia (USG) and fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), AMSC is a dynamic institution dedicated to transforming lives.

AMSC embraces core values, Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Belonging, and Public Service, that guide our culture and work. We strive to create an atmosphere where individuals feel respected, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. Here, gratitude and recognition are not just practices but embedded in everything we do.

Located on a picturesque campus in Southwest Atlanta, AMSC offers the perfect blend of accessibility and opportunity. Just ten minutes from downtown Atlanta and fifteen minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, our campus is an ideal destination for those ready to make a meaningful impact.

Job Summary

The Admissions Recruiter and Outreach Specialist, under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admissions, is responsible for promoting Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC) and engaging with various stakeholders, including prospective students, parents, and high school counselors. The Recruiter communicates admissions requirements, scholarship opportunities, and financial aid options while managing a specific recruitment territory through a strategic annual plan. This role requires significant travel, including overnight stays and weekend work. Confidentiality must be maintained in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.

Responsibilities Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and collaborate with AMSC's Marketing office to produce recruitment materials, including digital and print media.

• Provide guidance and counseling throughout the enrollment process, including support for financial aid applications and New Student Orientation.

• Plan, organize, and lead recruitment events, including campus tours and information sessions.

• Manage prospective student communications and track application progress.

• Collect necessary documents for application completion and admissions processing.

• Utilize performance data to create recruitment strategies based on designated territories.

• Represent the college at recruitment events, requiring extensive travel.

• Administer and proctor offsite assessments when necessary.

• Analyze recruitment data to assess the effectiveness of initiatives and adjust strategies accordingly.

• Work closely with school personnel to maintain a consistent recruitment pipeline.

• Participate in student engagement activities such as New Student Orientation and Open Houses.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of AMSC's mission, strategic plan, and core values.

• Provide support to the admissions team as needed.

• Provides seasonal supervision of student workers and ambassadors

• Plan, coordinate, and execute recruitment events, including open houses, college fairs, high school visits, campus tours, information sessions, and other outreach activities designed to increase prospective student engagement and enrollment. Collaborate with internal departments, external vendors, and community partners to manage event logistics, marketing, registration, and post-event follow-up
• Utilize the Element451 CRM system to manage prospective student inquiries, track recruitment activities, maintain accurate student records, and monitor applicants throughout the enrollment funnel. Develop and execute targeted email and text messaging campaigns, manage event registrations, document student interactions, and analyze recruitment and conversion data to support enrollment goals.

Guidelines:

• Guidelines include AMSC policies, Board of Regents policies, and NACAC standards, requiring discretion and professional judgment in their application.

Complexity and Scope of Work:

• The position involves complex tracking, coordination, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Success is measured through the achievement of specific enrollment goals.

Contacts:

• Regular interaction with prospective students, parents, school counselors, and community members to communicate key admissions and financial aid information.

• Contacts often involve service provision, problem resolution, and negotiation. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor¿s degree

Experience: Least one year of experience in a higher education, business, or student engagement environment. (OR) - an Associate¿s degree with three years of relevant experience.

Must be self-motivated and capable of working independently.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: Prior experience in a higher education setting. Proficiency in the BANNER system and other relevant software

Proposed Salary

Proposed Salary Range

$48,880 ¿ $50,500

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of college recruitment and admissions policies.

• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

• Proficiency in multiple software systems, including BANNER and Microsoft Office. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and excellent public speaking abilities.

• Strong analytical skills to assess recruitment data and trends.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC) is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the AMSC to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the AMSC's Human Resources at 404.756.4047.

Accommodations

The physical demands are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions.

Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.