POSITION: Student Outreach Specialist

POSITION: Student Outreach Specialist

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for performing specialized duties in support of general recruitment activities including high school functions, businesses and community organizations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·  Bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field of the position, and sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, or Associate’s Degree with two years of paid work experience in Student Services/Recruitment, or High School diploma or equivalent and four years of paid work experience in Student Services/Recruitment.

·  Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

BENEFITS/SALARY

·  $35,842.37/annual salary

·  Benefits include paid holidays, annual leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

·  Please be aware that all Chattahoochee Technical College employees must be paid by DIRECT DEPOSIT unless exempted by the State Accounting Office based on “hardship” evidence provided by the employee.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

APPLY ONLINE ONLY @ www.chattahoocheetech.edu and select “Contact Us” then “CTC Jobs.” For a complete file, fill out an online application, upload cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts and include three professional references’ contact information on application. Before a candidate is hired, a pre-employment criminal background investigation, motor vehicle records check and employer/professional reference check will be conducted.

RESPONSE DEADLINE

Open until Filled

EMPLOYMENT POLICY

Chattahoochee Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Inquiries related to the college’s accreditation by the Commission may be directed to SACSCOC, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or telephone 404-679-4500. Questions related to admissions and the policies, programs, and practices of Chattahoochee Technical College should be directed to the College.

As set forth in its student catalog, Chattahoochee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Investment & Opportunity Act of 1998 (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Chattahoochee Technical College Title IX Coordinator, Brannon Jones, 980 South Cobb Dr, Building C 1102B, Marietta, GA 30060, (770) 975-4023 or and Chattahoochee Technical College Section 504 Coordinator, Mary Frances Bernard, 980 South Cobb Drive, Building G1106, Marietta, GA 30060, (770) 528-4529 or .

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia.

Student Outreach Specialist EA09.06

External Affairs FLSA Duties: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing specialized duties in support of general recruitment activities including high school functions, businesses and community organizations.

MAJOR DUTIES

Move on When Ready/Dual Enrollment

·  Participates in the advisement of students to reach their academic goals.

·  Assists with collaborations and coordinating of the development/coordination of MOWR schedules each semester and adds additional programs if needed.

·  Processes new student applications.

·  Advises student groups.

General Recruitment

·  Conducts information sessions for prospective students to include meetings at high schools, businesses, community organizations and college fairs, etc.

·  Assists with planning and implementing student recruitment activities to include campus tours, material mailings; maintains records; assist with providing information to External Affairs to support social media platforms, serves as the technical college representative at college recruitment functions including businesses and community organizations.

Administrative/Customer Service

·  Assists with the interpretations and entering of college and high school transcripts.

·  Answers application processing questions for new students.

·  Answers community inquiries from email and phone calls.

·  Assists with writing and updating student information materials.

·  Assists faculty with student issues with registration, advisement and academics.

·  Submits monthly activity report.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

·  Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary high school, technical education and CTC programs of study.

·  Knowledge of college admissions requirements, including College Credit Now program, and general information for potential CTC students.

·  Knowledge of related state and federal regulations.

·  Skill to work cooperatively with community and business leaders, students, faculty and staff.

·  Skill to make timely decisions.

·  Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.

·  Skill in decision making and problem solving.

·  Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

·  Skill in oral and written communication.

·  General knowledge of the financial aid process, including scholarships and grants.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include the Chattahoochee Technical College policies and procedures and TCSG, DOE, financial aid (including grants and scholarships), applicable federal and state legislation, and College Credit Now programs. These guidelines require judgment, selection and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

·  The work consists of varied specialized duties. The variety of tasks to be managed contributes to the complexity of the position.

·  The purpose of this position is to provide specialized support for external affairs functions. Success in this position contributes to the recruitment and retention of students and the efficient and effective operation of campus programs.

CONTACTS

·  Contacts are typically with students, faculty, staff, college administrators, and members of the general public.

·  Contacts are typically to motivate or influence persons, to resolve problems, to give or exchange information, or to provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

·  The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.

·  Spending time in high schools, businesses, community groups and non-profits.

·  The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·  Bachelor’s degree in a course of study related to the occupational field of the position, and sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, or Associate’s Degree with two years of paid work experience in Student Services/Recruitment, or High School diploma or equivalent and four years of paid work experience in Student Services/Recruitment.

·  Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.