Transition Specialist - Admissions & Recruitment

General Statement of Responsibilities Position Description Position Title Transition Specialist Secondary Title Admissions & Recruitment Group / Grade 7 Classification Classified Work Location All Campuses Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt Division Student Learning & Success Differentials Bilingual Department Admissions & Recruitment Reports To Director, Admissions & Recruitment Supervision Received Works under the supervision of the Director, Admissions & Recruitment.
Supervisory Responsibility Supervision is not a responsibility of this position.
May oversee student employees.
Position Summary The Transition Specialist will promote and recruit new students to RCC and assist students through admissions and enrollment processes.
Provides services to eligible referral sites, associated agency partners, community agencies, non-profits, employers and local high schools to establish an effective recruitment linkage with these partners.
Communicates college admission policy, entry processes, financial aid, registration, and advises students on college admission and program information.
Coordinates approved student recruitment activities and performs orientations/information sessions and follow-ups.
Position may require travel in both Josephine and Jackson counties.
Examples of Duties - Essential Functions Primary Responsibilities 1.
Recruitment Provide direct outreach to local organizations, community agencies, employers, and high schools Track responses to outreach activities and community meetings Recruit following goals identified through the recruitment enrollment plan and disproportionate enrollment report Align recruitment efforts and strategies to recruit a diverse student body Implement communication plans for community partners Utilize data to guide and direct recruitment activities 2.
Administrative Maintain broad knowledge base of college programs and services, articulation agreements, admission requirements, partnership agreements, financial aid, and student support programs Maintain broad knowledge of enrollment trends, student services/supports, careers/workforce data, labor market, and college policies and personnel Maintain data integrity through a multitude of software systems Prepare reports and marketing materials Advise and guide students through admissions, placement, orientation, and registration 3.
Teamwork / Collaboration Provide support for admissions, financial aid, and placement processing Develop and maintain community partnerships Coordinate and provide training to internal and external partners 4.
Other Duties as Assigned May participate in College committees as assigned Engages in professional growth opportunities as assigned · Performs other duties as assigned Institutional Expectations Demonstrates our core values of integrity, collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion, sustainability, and courage.
Actively contributes to a culture of respect and inclusivity by collaborating effectively with students, colleagues, and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds.
Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success.
Embraces and leverages appropriate technology to accomplish job functions.
Provides high quality, effective service through learning and continuous improvement.
Screening Criteria 1.
Minimum Qualifications Education – A Bachelor’s degree in social science, business, teaching, or related field is required.
Experience – A minimum of three years experience working with at-risk populations or students with diverse backgrounds, including experience in an educational institution, is required.
Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.
609.
Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the requirement(s).
Please see our Applicant Guide for more information on education/experience equivalency guidelines.
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Preferred Qualifications Prefer knowledge of community college recruiting.
Prefers knowledge of post-secondary educational systems including assessment, admission, financial aid and advising.
This position is designated as preferring bilingual fluency in Spanish.
Proficiency will be determined by a college-approved certification professional.
Proficiency is defined by the ability to express yourself over a broad range of topics at a normal speed.
You may have a noticeable accent and will make grammatical errors, for example with advanced tenses, but the errors will not cause misunderstanding to a native speaker.
It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain bilingual skills throughout the duration of employment.
A bilingual pay differential may apply to this role upon certification.
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Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Core Competencies) Knowledge – Advising processes, financial aid regulations, college policies and procedures, admissions, testing, academic programs, career identification, and college and other post-secondary entry strategies; college programs and services within assigned areas of responsibility; general office practices such as database management, Internet, Microsoft Office Suite® products (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), document imaging, and web-based programs required.
Skills – Strong organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills; computer skills, preferably in Microsoft Office Suite® products; skills in planning and facilitating; recruiting, making presentations, and problem-solving.
Must have the ability to create and lead presentations that are engaging and in the spirit of recruitment.
Basic conversational Spanish preferred.
Abilities – Advise/mentor prospective and enrolled participants in planning, monitoring, and achieving goals; assist participants in problem-solving and goal identification; analyze situations and determine required actions; communicate professionally and confidentially with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and community partners; maintain detailed and accurate manual and/or electronic records; work as a cooperative and contributing member of a team.
Ability to work independently or as a team when needed.
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Other Requirements For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30-days of employment, and maintenance of an acceptable driving record are required.
5.
Remote Work Options (see AP 7239 Working Remotely for more details) This position functions as an in-person work arrangement, working on-campus with either a set schedule or flexibility depending on operational needs.
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Physical Demands The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manual dexterity and coordination are required for over half of the daily work period which is spent sitting while operating office equipment such as computers, keyboards, 10-key, telephones, and other standard office equipment.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects.
The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials less than 5 pounds daily, and 5-25 pounds occasionally.
This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities.
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Working Conditions The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in an office environment.
The employee is not exposed to hazardous conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and lighting is adequate.
Additional Posting Information This is a Part-time Classified, 19 hours/week, 52 weeks/year (47.
5%) position in the Admissions & Recruitment department.
Starting compensation is entry level for Group 7 on the 2023-24 Classified Salary Schedule.
Position is fixed-term/grant-funded through 6/30/2024, renewed annually, with continuation dependent upon funding.
Grant funding is expected to continue through 6/30/2025.
Position will remain open until filled.
Applications will be reviewed when received.
RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity.
We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329.
ONLY FINALISTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED.
ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE.
INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE.
FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES.
FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.
609.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Rogue Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.
Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.
Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.
roguecc.
edu/nondiscrimination.