*Regional Recruitment Specialist

Salary: $16.45 - $18.26 HourlyLocation : Victoria, TXJob Type: Part TimeJob Number: 201400878Division: Student ServicesDepartment: Admissions & RecruitmentOpening Date: 05/09/2026Position SummaryThe Admissions and Recruitment Department is recruiting for a part-time Regional Recruitment Specialist. This 25 hour per week position is a grant-funded position supported by the Dickson Allen Foundation for a period of two years. This role is responsible for representing Victoria College and conducting targeted recruitment efforts within Gonzales and Lavaca County service areas. This position focuses on building relationships with community organizations, local partners, and high schools to promote educational opportunities and increase student enrollment. The role emphasizes outreach, engagement, and conversion of prospective students from inquiry to application.Duties & ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & Outreach:Develops and implements recruitment strategies within assigned regional territories.Represents Victoria College at high schools, college fairs, career expos, and community events.Builds relationships with administrators, community partners, and high school counselors.Conducts presentations on programs, financial aid, and student services.Prospective Student Engagement:Serves as a point of contact for prospective students and families.Provides guidance on completing admissions applications and next steps.Maintains communication through phone, email, and CRM tools.Events & Campus Support:Assists with recruitment events, workshops, and information sessions.Participates in yield activities and outreach initiatives.Conducts campus tours when applicable.Partnership Development:Develop partnerships with schools, workforce agencies, and community organizations.Collaborates with campus departments to support recruitment efforts.Data Management & Reporting:Maintains accurate records in CRM systems.Tracks recruitment activities and provides updates on outcomes.Professional Development & Institutional Participation:Participates in training, conferences, and professional development opportunities related to recruitment, enrollment, and student engagement.Serves on college committees and task forces as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions & RecruitmentQualificationsAssociate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferredExperience in recruitment, outreach, marketing, or higher education preferred.English proficiency, Spanish preferredDemonstrate excellent written and oral communication skillsFriendly and professional attitude and good interpersonal skillsExperience in working with diverse populationsClear understanding of the mission of community collegesStrong organizational skills and ability to establish and meet timelinesTeam player who is dependable, punctual, organized, and detail orientedAbility to work with little supervision and to exercise independent judgment and discretionAbility to work nights and weekendsAbility to travel and maintain reliable transportationProficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPointPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle controls, key pads, etc. Will be required to sit and reach with hands and arms as well as, sit, stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while loading event supplies, booth equipment, office supplies and paper. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, some color vision, and the ability to adjust focus from documents to computer screen. Hearing of light to moderate sound is required by this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.The following benefits apply to all part-time positions scheduled to work 20 to 29 hours or more each week. These part-time positions are also eligible to participate in our TRS retirement plan.Victoria College offers an excellent benefit package for eligible employees that includes group insurance as well as a generous amount of paid time off:Group InsuranceHealth insurancePart-time employees: 50% VC paid; employee pays up to 66% for dependentsCoverage for the new employee/dependents is effective on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting periodOptional benefits - available at group ratesCoverage for the new employee/dependents is effective on the 1st of the month following hire dateFlexible Spending Accounts - health and dependent care Dental Vision Term Life Short and long-term disability Accidental death & dismemberment As an added benefit, Victoria College will issue a credit of up to $15 each month to part-time employees to help offset the cost of premiumsSupplemental benefits - offered through Globe LifeRetirementParticipation in the Teacher Retirement System is mandatory (ORP option for eligible employees)Currently, the employee contribution is 8.25%. The state and Victoria College, together, contribute 8.25% Social security is deducted each pay period Payroll deduction for 403-b and 457 deferred compensation plans are availableOther BenefitsWorkers compensation insurance Direct payroll deposit Tuition waiver for benefits eligible employees and their dependents through age 25 Use of the Sports Center which includes treadmills, rowing machines, exercise classes, etc. Technology trainingPaid Time OffVacation for eligible employees (does not apply to faculty positions). Effective 90 days after start date.Part-time employees: 40 hours up to 10 years of service then 60 hours for 10+ years of service. Sick leave Part-time employees: accrues at 4 hours each month Developmental and professional leaveOne week at Thanksgiving Two weeks for Winter Break One week for Spring Break Regular holidays Labor Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Good Friday Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Non-faculty employees get Fridays off during the summer