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Position Information

**Position Title** Coordinator, Student Recruitment

**Posting Category** Full-Time Staff

**Starting salary range** $56,189-$73,046

Faculty Position (if applicable)

About Harford Community College

Harford Community College (HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we’re committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website (https://www.harford.edu/about/get-to-know-harford/index.php) .

Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ADAA employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, 18 days paid vacation and 3 personal leave days. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to develop, manage and implement all student recruitment initiatives at Harford Community College, while providing supervision and operational support across the Admissions team. This position will support the achievement of the College’s vision of serving as a regional leader in education and workforce development, offering transformative programs that drive individual growth and shared prosperity. The Coordinator of Student Recruitment will enact the transformative mission of community colleges by engaging prospective students with cultural competence and a deep understanding of the diverse communities we serve. The Coordinator acts as the Primary Designated School Official (PDSO), is main point of contact for incoming international credit students and collaborates with key stakeholders in determining best practices to support incoming and current international students. The Coordinator also develops and implements recruitment strategies including those that meet the needs of underserved areas/populations; collaborates on executing student-centered practices; manages and expands early access recruitment initiatives; and supervises professional staff. Other duties include contributing to the leadership development of the Admissions team, overseeing event management, coordinating College outreach efforts, and collaborating on the assessment and evaluation of the activities of the Admissions Office.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

Required Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of work experience in college admissions and one (1) year of supervisory experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

+ Ability to design and execute recruitment plans aligned with enrollment goals, especially within community college settings.

+ Ability to engage effectively with diverse populations and underserved communities; understanding of equity-focused practices in student recruitment.

+ Ability to coordinate and oversee programs and outreach events

+ Ability to assist in the development of marketing materials

+ Proficiency in CRM and SIS platforms.

+ Proficiency in operating computers and related software, printers, and other standard office equipment.

+ Knowledge of, and ability to apply applicable policies, procedures, and/or practices

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

+ Ability to communicate effectively to multiple audiences (e.g. internal, prospective students/families), both verbally and in writing

+ Skill in utilizing sound judgement to make effective decisions

+ Skill in organizing, evaluating, and analyzing complex information

Preferred Qualifications

+ Prior work in a community college or open-access institution with a mission-driven approach to student access and success.

+ Experience supervising professional staff.

+ Master’s degree

+ Knowledge of federal regulations related to international students (e.g., SEVIS) and ability to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO).

+ Experience using Slate

**Hours per Week** 40 - 100%

General Weekly Work Schedule

Monday-Friday with flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Posting Detail Information

**Posting Number** 2025-037FSFA

**Number of Vacancies** 1

Open Date

**Close Date** 05/27/2025

**Open Until Filled** No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *How many years of experience do you have in college recruitment and communication strategies or a related field?

2. Less than 2 years of experience

3. 3 years of experience

4. 4 years of experience

5. 5 or more years of experience

6. *Do you have experience using a CRM/customer relationship management platform?

7. No experience

8. Less than 1 year

9. 1-2 years

10. 3 or more years

11. *Do you have experience working with non-citizen/international students related to their pursuit of higher education?

12. Yes

13. No

14. *How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

15. Less than 1 year

16. 1 year

17. 2 years

18. 3-4 years

19. More than 5 years

20. *What is your highest level of education completed?

21. High school or GED

22. Associate's degree

23. Bachelor's degree

24. Master's degree

25. Doctorate

26. *Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States from Harford Community College?

27. No, I will not require sponsorship from Harford Community College

28. Yes, I will require sponsorship from Harford Community College

29. *Are you currently a resident of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia, OR are you willing to relocate?

30. Yes

31. No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. Transcript- Bachelor's

Optional Documents

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