at College of Lake County in Grayslake, Illinois, United States
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Posting Details Posting Detail Information Posting Number S02730 Position Title Outreach and Recruitment Specialist* Internal Position Title Outreach and Recruitment Specialist* Department Community Education Position Type Staff Job Family Specialist Job SummaryThe College of Lake County is currently searching for an Outreach and Recruitment Specialist*to join the Adult Education & ESL Department. The part-time Outreach and Recruitment Specialist is under the supervision of the Dean of Adult Education and ESL . The Specialist is expected to work with partners such as educational and community groups to assist them in providing ABE , ASE , ESL instruction. This individual is responsible for (1) preparing and disseminating marketing materials, (2) providing support to off-campus sites including testing (3) attending recruitment events, (4) and responding to prospective student inquiries. Regular part-time Board established positions earn vacation and sick leave and tuition waiver for CLC classes and tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in the State University Retirement System ( SURS ).
Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?
The College of Lake County ( CLC ) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a four-day work week in the summer (Fridays off!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.
CLC is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC achieved a milestone in 2023 with its designation as a Leader College. This national recognition awarded by the Achieving the Dream Network is the result of improved student outcomes through the CLC’s relentless commitment to transformational change and the implementation of innovative practices within the student success model over the past few years. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth. Required Qualification(s)+ Associate’s degree
+ Two (2) years of combined work experience within customer service, marketing, or public relations
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills
+ Ability to work with a diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of students, faculty and staff
Desired Qualification(s)+ Experience working with community organizations or schools
+ Bilingual in English and Spanish
+ Familiarity with social media platforms
Posting Date 07/10/2024 Closing Date 07/24/2024 Expected Start Date Special Instructions SummaryCandidates selected for an interview will be required to do a mini presentation on selling an item.
*This is a grant funded position; continued employment in this position is based on external funding sources.
Pay Rate $18.77 – 19.88/Hr. FIRM Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Location Extension Sites Total Hours per week 25 Work ScheduleMonday – Friday (evenings)
Saturdays (morning)
Hours: 25 hours per week
Hours may vary based on department needs and events
Locations include: Lakeshore and Grayslake
Interview Process Requirements Presentation EEO StatementThe College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities.
Summary of Essential FunctionsDepartment Operations and Procedures: 50%
+ Works with Public Relations to prepare marketing materials such as brochures, fliers, newsletters, post cards, and social media for promoting the Adult Education & ESL program for recruitment purposes.
+ Coordinates, communicates and supports the ABE / ASE / ESL programs at off-campus sites by providing necessary admissions, testing, placement, and registration services.
+ Promote Adult Education & ESL program and services in the community at recruitment events, for example.
+ Monitor enrollment at the community sites to identify recruitment and outreach strategies to increase enrollment.
Student and Customer Service: 45%
+ Develops and maintains the social media accounts that promote the program; and interacts with community members through postings.
+ Attends internal and community events to promote the Adult Education & ESL program.
+ Works with faculty assigned to teach at community sites to provide support, program updates and guidelines, expectations, and resources.
+ Visits the community sites regularly to monitor and address needs of students, faculty, and the community site.
Other: 5%
+ Initiate and respond to prospective student inquiries.
+ Performs other related duties as assigned.
Posting Specific Questions – supplemental questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).+ * Do you have an Associate’s degree or higher?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Do you have two (2) years of combined work experience within customer service, marketing, or public relations?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Are you proficient in Microsoft Office including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Do you have experience working with community organizations?
+ Yes
+ No
+ * Are you bilingual and proficient in Spanish and English?
+ Yes
+ No
Applicant Documents Required Documents+ Resume
+ Cover Letter
+ Unofficial Transcript 1
Optional Documents