Holy Cross College is hiring: Pre-College Recruiter in Notre Dame

Title of Position: Pre-College Recruiter

Department: Admissions

Reports to Supervisor: Director of Admissions

FLSA: Exempt

Holy Cross College's Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.

Typical Schedule: This is a full-time position. Typical for this position are daily business hours Monday through Friday, 8 am until 5pm. Some evenings and weekends may be necessary to serve the College and department's needs.

Purpose: To lead in articulation and recruitment for Dual Enrollment, Cabrini Scholars, build community relationships, and pre-college summer programs. Also to assist with all phases of the recruitment and enrollment of new students to Holy Cross College, including, but not limited to: regional travel, representing Holy Cross College to high school counselors, prospective students and parents; recruiting students and cultivating relationships with guidance counselors while assisting students to meet their professional goals and to live lives of purpose and integrity.

Essential Job Duties:

• Plan, manage and conduct recruitment and counseling activities for dual enrollment, Cabrini Scholars, Cross & Anchor, and Saints & Scholars pre-college summer programs, and any other pre-college programming added by the College.
• Connect and partner with the Director of Admissions, the Director of CLPE, and the Academic Director of the Education Program on recruitment, events, and community outreach.
• Develop and maintain communication with prospective students, parents and school counselors throughout the recruitment cycle.
• Assist with the planning, organization, and execution of both on- and off-campus admissions programs and community events regarding recruitment to Holy Cross College.
• Assist in the development of articulation agreements to aid in recruitment efforts at public, Catholic, and private schools and with home-school parents.
• Facilitate partnerships with student focused community programs - La Casa, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys and Girls Club etc.
• Attend required events such as College Fairs, Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, etc.
• Coordinate in-house mailings of recruitment invites and literature to prospective students.
• Organize presentations to Michiana high schools to recruit appropriate candidates for dual enrollment, Cabrini Scholars, pre-college summer programs. Meet with prospective students, parents, and counselors to share program information and address inquiries.
• Plan and organize our high school counselor/education night with our Assistant Director of events
• Support students in navigating the enrollment process for dual enrollment, Cabrini Scholars, and precollege summer programming
• Provide tours and information sessions to prospective students and families.
• Other duties to meet the needs of the department and College.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

• Bachelor's degree required. Background in K-12 school system, as well as college environment is preferred.
• Positive human relations skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to make presentations to small and large groups.
• Organizational and computer skills (particularly Microsoft Office).
• Ability to analyze data and write clearly.
• Self-motivated

Interested candidates should apply and submit résumé, cover letter, and three references (names and contact information) at Holy Cross College Career Opportunities

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Employment at Holy Cross College is 'at will' meaning either the college or employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.