Metropolitan State College of Denver
Recruitment And Retention Specialist - School Of Hospitality
Metropolitan State College of Denver, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
DepartmentHospitality, Tourism & Events
The School of Hospitality at Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and meticulously organized Recruitment and Retention Specialist to be the ambassador for the School of Hospitality within our community. Reporting directly to the Director of Student Services and Operations, the Recruitment and Retention Specialist will play a pivotal role in boosting enrollment at the School of Hospitality through strategic recruitment and retention initiatives aimed at fostering student success. By effectively implementing the college's recruitment and retention strategies, the incumbent will spearhead the following key responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
Student Recruitment Efforts (60%)
Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, advisors, and personnel at high schools and community colleges, establishing clear pathways from these institutions to the School of Hospitality.
Act as the representative of the School of Hospitality in both on-campus and off-campus events, including campus fairs, community college and high school events, and interscholastic competitions (e.g., ProStart, FCCLA, DECA).
Create and execute engaging events on and off campus for prospective students, parents, high school and community college faculty, advisors, and other relevant groups to enhance community involvement.
Lead initiatives that leverage university resources to create, update, and enhance promotional materials, encompassing print materials, letters, web content, and social media platforms.
Innovate strategies to expand the scope of existing recruitment, outreach, and promotional initiatives.
Student Retention and Completion Strategies (20%)
Manage all aspects of registration events, welcome week activities, early alert campaigns, and other student-centric efforts aimed at boosting retention rates.
Organize college events to nurture student engagement, enrichment, career readiness, and success.
Actively participate in university-wide initiatives focused on enhancing student success and engagement.
Collaborate with student organizations and alumni to orchestrate events that contribute to retention and successful program completion.
Academic Advising Support (15%)
Effectively communicate university and School of Hospitality degree requirements, transfer and admissions processes to students.
Utilize advising systems and liaise with faculty, particularly for introductory courses, to identify students at risk of non-return or who require support in achieving program-specific milestones.
Participate in university-wide efforts that promote student success and registration events.
Professional Development and Other Duties (5%)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing, Sales, Education, Communication, Hospitality or a related field.
Experience working with college students or youth in event planning and outreach capacities.
Experience planning and executing open house and recruitment events such as workshops, tours, informational seminars, and campus visits.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with the Colorado and Denver Metro secondary and post-secondary educational landscape, including Career and Technical Education pathways.
Experience with computer-based student information systems (e.g., Banner, Slate, Student Success Collaborative (Navigate), etc.).
Proficiency in professional digital media usage, including social media platforms.
Bilingual fluency in English, Spanish preferred.
Experience with and sensitivity to the educational requirements of a diverse urban population.
Salary for Announcement: Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the... For full info follow application link.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.
The School of Hospitality at Metropolitan State University of Denver is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, and meticulously organized Recruitment and Retention Specialist to be the ambassador for the School of Hospitality within our community. Reporting directly to the Director of Student Services and Operations, the Recruitment and Retention Specialist will play a pivotal role in boosting enrollment at the School of Hospitality through strategic recruitment and retention initiatives aimed at fostering student success. By effectively implementing the college's recruitment and retention strategies, the incumbent will spearhead the following key responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
Student Recruitment Efforts (60%)
Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, advisors, and personnel at high schools and community colleges, establishing clear pathways from these institutions to the School of Hospitality.
Act as the representative of the School of Hospitality in both on-campus and off-campus events, including campus fairs, community college and high school events, and interscholastic competitions (e.g., ProStart, FCCLA, DECA).
Create and execute engaging events on and off campus for prospective students, parents, high school and community college faculty, advisors, and other relevant groups to enhance community involvement.
Lead initiatives that leverage university resources to create, update, and enhance promotional materials, encompassing print materials, letters, web content, and social media platforms.
Innovate strategies to expand the scope of existing recruitment, outreach, and promotional initiatives.
Student Retention and Completion Strategies (20%)
Manage all aspects of registration events, welcome week activities, early alert campaigns, and other student-centric efforts aimed at boosting retention rates.
Organize college events to nurture student engagement, enrichment, career readiness, and success.
Actively participate in university-wide initiatives focused on enhancing student success and engagement.
Collaborate with student organizations and alumni to orchestrate events that contribute to retention and successful program completion.
Academic Advising Support (15%)
Effectively communicate university and School of Hospitality degree requirements, transfer and admissions processes to students.
Utilize advising systems and liaise with faculty, particularly for introductory courses, to identify students at risk of non-return or who require support in achieving program-specific milestones.
Participate in university-wide efforts that promote student success and registration events.
Professional Development and Other Duties (5%)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing, Sales, Education, Communication, Hospitality or a related field.
Experience working with college students or youth in event planning and outreach capacities.
Experience planning and executing open house and recruitment events such as workshops, tours, informational seminars, and campus visits.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with the Colorado and Denver Metro secondary and post-secondary educational landscape, including Career and Technical Education pathways.
Experience with computer-based student information systems (e.g., Banner, Slate, Student Success Collaborative (Navigate), etc.).
Proficiency in professional digital media usage, including social media platforms.
Bilingual fluency in English, Spanish preferred.
Experience with and sensitivity to the educational requirements of a diverse urban population.
Salary for Announcement: Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the... For full info follow application link.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.