Academic Advisor/Recruiter

$33,672 - $46,536/Yr

Big Sandy Community & Technical College - Prestonsburg, KY

Full-time - Entry Level

Prestonsburg, KY

Educational Services

About the position

Big Sandy Community & Technical College is seeking an Academic Advisor/Recruiter. This position is primarily responsible for the recruitment of traditional and non-traditional (adult learners) students along with assisting them with the transition from secondary to post-secondary education at BSCTC, with a special emphasis on non-traditional students. The role involves meeting the objectives of the college in serving the region's unique demographic mix, including under-represented minority and low-income populations. The advisor/recruiter will utilize customer relationship management software to document recruitment and outreach efforts, ensuring effective communication and relationship building with prospective students. The Academic Advisor/Recruiter will prepare and deliver presentations on BSCTC programs, enrollment processes, financial aid and scholarships, college transition opportunities, articulation of credit, BSCTC assessments, and college life to varied audiences, including high school students, parents, and adults. This will be accomplished through school visits, community center visits, recovery and reentry programs, local college fairs, and open houses. Additionally, the advisor will assist with student orientation activities and represent the college at festivals and community events. Extensive travel within a five-county area is required, covering 14 high schools, 2 alternative schools, 2 private schools, 5 technical high schools, 1 state correctional facility, and numerous community centers and other organizations. The position demands excellent written and verbal communication skills to ensure quality institutional relationship formation with prospective and incoming students through various modalities, including letters, phone calls, emails, and text messaging. Regular and systematic use of customer relationship management software is essential to identify prospects, follow up on them, and facilitate their transition to enrollment and academic advising.

Responsibilities

• Recruit traditional and non-traditional students, focusing on adult learners.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on BSCTC programs and enrollment processes to various audiences.
• Assist with student orientation activities and represent the college at community events.
• Travel extensively within a five-county area to engage with high schools and community organizations.
• Utilize customer relationship management software to document recruitment efforts and track prospects.
• Maintain quality communication with prospective students through letters, calls, and emails.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Communication, Marketing, or any liberal arts degree.
• 1-2 years of related experience in a relevant field.

Nice-to-haves

• Enthusiastic and self-motivated personality.
• Confident, articulate, and polite demeanor.
• Strong belief in the power of higher education.
• Commitment to serving the local community.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Benefits

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employee contribution and 10% employer match.
• Vacation/Sick Time.
• Work-Life Balance.
• 9.5 Paid Holidays.
• 2 Weeks of Institutional Closing Pay for qualifying positions.
• Employee Assistance Program.