Admissions Recruiter
Gordon State College, Barnesville, GA, United States
Position Details
Job Title: Admissions Recruiter
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 297385
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, the Recruiter is an energetic professional who participates in all aspects of recruitment of prospective students in their assigned territory and for select outreach programs. The successful candidate must be able to share the benefits of an education from Gordon State College with various audiences to build relationships and affinity for GSC, while effectively meeting students' needs and interests.
Recruitment & Outreach
Travels to high schools, college fairs, and other locations to recruit prospective students.
Prepares and delivers presentations and campus tours to prospective students, visitors, and other stakeholders.
Serves as the primary contact for high school counselors within assigned territory.
Attends counselor-focused and sponsored events across the state.
Assists in planning and executing on-campus events for high school counselors.
Participates in implementing communication strategies for counselors.
Student Advising & Support
Advises prospective students on academic programs, admissions policies, and procedures.
Guides students in selecting majors aligned with their interests and career goals, ensuring applications accurately reflect choices.
Refers students with specific learning and support needs to appropriate campus services.
Connects special populations (e.g., veterans, adult learners) with tailored services and support.
Recruitment Strategy & Campaigns
Participates in the development and implementation of recruitment strategies.
Completes outreach campaigns via email, phone calls, and text messages.
Assists with planning, promoting, and executing yield events to support enrollment goals.
Collaboration & Professional Engagement
Assists with departmental initiatives and university-wide events.
Represents the university on committees and in state and regional professional organizations.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in a higher education setting.
Familiarity with Gordon State College and its academic programs.
Experience in post‑secondary enrollment services.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs, including Banner and CRM.
Knowledge of admissions policies including freshmen, transfer, access institute, and learning support requirements.
Skill in information analysis, decision making, and problem solving.
Skill in the provision of customer services to applicants and students.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Aptitude for navigating information systems and interpreting data.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Parental Leave
Retirement
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Physical Demands
The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping.
The employee occasionally lifts boxes of supplies and materials weighing up to 20lbs.
The work is typically performed in an office or school setting.
The work requires frequent travel, nights, and some weekends.
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by the institution in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate 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 Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
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Job Title: Admissions Recruiter
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 297385
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, the Recruiter is an energetic professional who participates in all aspects of recruitment of prospective students in their assigned territory and for select outreach programs. The successful candidate must be able to share the benefits of an education from Gordon State College with various audiences to build relationships and affinity for GSC, while effectively meeting students' needs and interests.
Recruitment & Outreach
Travels to high schools, college fairs, and other locations to recruit prospective students.
Prepares and delivers presentations and campus tours to prospective students, visitors, and other stakeholders.
Serves as the primary contact for high school counselors within assigned territory.
Attends counselor-focused and sponsored events across the state.
Assists in planning and executing on-campus events for high school counselors.
Participates in implementing communication strategies for counselors.
Student Advising & Support
Advises prospective students on academic programs, admissions policies, and procedures.
Guides students in selecting majors aligned with their interests and career goals, ensuring applications accurately reflect choices.
Refers students with specific learning and support needs to appropriate campus services.
Connects special populations (e.g., veterans, adult learners) with tailored services and support.
Recruitment Strategy & Campaigns
Participates in the development and implementation of recruitment strategies.
Completes outreach campaigns via email, phone calls, and text messages.
Assists with planning, promoting, and executing yield events to support enrollment goals.
Collaboration & Professional Engagement
Assists with departmental initiatives and university-wide events.
Represents the university on committees and in state and regional professional organizations.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in a higher education setting.
Familiarity with Gordon State College and its academic programs.
Experience in post‑secondary enrollment services.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
Knowledge of computers and job‑related software programs, including Banner and CRM.
Knowledge of admissions policies including freshmen, transfer, access institute, and learning support requirements.
Skill in information analysis, decision making, and problem solving.
Skill in the provision of customer services to applicants and students.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Aptitude for navigating information systems and interpreting data.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Parental Leave
Retirement
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Physical Demands
The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping.
The employee occasionally lifts boxes of supplies and materials weighing up to 20lbs.
The work is typically performed in an office or school setting.
The work requires frequent travel, nights, and some weekends.
Background Check
Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by the institution in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Gordon State College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of Gordon State College to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate 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 Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at 678.359.5011. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources.
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