College Recruiter

COLLEGE RECRUITER

MALCOLM X COLLEGE

Malcolm X College is seeking a College Recruiter for the Recruiting and Admission Department.

The mission of Malcolm X College is to provide accessible liberal arts and health-focused education that fosters personal and professional achievement. To fulfill this mission, we focus on the following core values: accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect.

The position is responsible for recruiting new students for City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) – Malcolm X College.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Contacts and meets high school counselors and teachers to explain the benefits of a CCC education.
• Participates in classroom visitations and other special events to explain CCC to potential students.
• Provides information regarding admissions requirements and program benefits to prospective students and parents via phone, mail and personal visits; follow up with mail or phone call as appropriate.
• Assists new students with the application process and explains career options.
• Produces follow-up reports regarding activities and future recruiting plans.
• Attends departmental and/or college meetings to maintain awareness of new educational areas that may be of interest to college recruits.
• Works with colleagues to coordinate assigned activities with other programs, departments and outside agencies and organizations.
• Provides multi-campus support during special events and tours.
• Works with colleagues in the implementation of special projects.
• May serve as consultant and resource to internal departments with recruitment training and new student enrollment process training via information sessions, committees and professional development opportunities.
• May develop recruitment plan for academic programs; may promote and maintain awareness of other student services.
• May coordinate education fairs at local businesses.
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Guidance, Psychology or Marketing, supplemented by five (5) years of experience in marketing, college recruiting and/or promotion required. A combination of education and professional work experience may be considered at the discretion of management.
• Ability to organize and implement detailed and complex projects.
• Must be computer proficient with knowledge of a variety of software programs. Knowledge of curriculum program offerings and admissions policies.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for both one on one interaction and group presentations.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• Ability to work well as a team player. Ability to work well with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must be self-directed and innovative, able to assess current operations in an effort to improve the future goals of the College.
• Must be able to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

This position is represented by the Local 1600 professional union.

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

 Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago!

Malcolm X College has been recognized as a Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication.

MXC was recognized for its best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities. 

WE OFFER: Excellent health benefits at a low cost; Investment plans 403(b) & 457(b); SURS Retirement Plan; Generous vacation, holidays, personal and sick days; Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit our benefits page.