Enrollment Recruiting Specialist/Assistant Football Coach Job at Iowa Valley Com

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Position: Enrollment Recruiting Specialist/Assistant Football Coach

Location: Iowa Falls, IA

Job Id: 699

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Enrollment Recruiting Specialist/Assistant Football Coach

Department: Admissions and Athletics

Reports To: Associate Dean of Enrollment and Head Football Coach

Job Classification: Exempt

Location: Ellsworth Community College, Iowa Falls, IA

Summary: The purpose of this position is to serve as an enrollment central point of student services for both current and prospective students. Under the “one-stop-services” philosophy, the position provides support and services to on-campus and off-campus/distance learning students including: recruitment (on-campus, at high schools, businesses, and college fairs), admissions processes, placement testing, registration, financial aid assistance, academic and career advising, and retention efforts to meet the unique needs of all students. The Assistant Coach will be responsible for assisting the head coach in the recruitment and retention of a full competitive roster. Follows all Iowa Valley Community College District (IVCCD), Iowa Community College Athletic Conference (ICCAC), and National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) rules and regulations in administering the program. Supports the development of the student athletes. Assist with the coordination of travel, game schedule, recruiting, inventory and maintenance of equipment. Assist with game management duties.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides academic advising, recruiting, registration, and support to current and prospective students including maintaining a current understanding of all education programs. Works with prospective students and families through the recruiting cycle to ensure all paperwork is received, processed, and all questions are addressed. Assists students and visitors in person, by email, electronic means and over the phone. Provides academic advising, recruiting, registration, and support to current and prospective students including maintaining a current understanding of all education programs. Assists and educates students on program requirements, graduation, and transfer and articulation information. Develops and maintains a broad knowledge of college student services and refers students for specific assistance. Travel and recruit to assigned high schools and college fairs to promote and market the college to prospective students. Assists with all aspects of college, departmental events, and activities. Understands the financial aid process to assist students with common questions and assists with filling out the FAFSA. Acts as a resource to motivate students toward positive experiences while enrolled. Organizes recruiting events for special populations and programs.
• Assists Head Coach in cultivating an environment for successful recruitment and retention of student athletes. Supports the development of student athletes’ success in the classroom and in their respective sport. Provides for program needs within allocated budget and assists with program and department fundraising. Develops on and off campus relationships that support the success of the position. Assists Housing Department as needed.
• Supports the overall success of the District by performing other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required. Master’s Degree preferred. Appropriate licensure if required.

Base Wage: $43,500-$58,000 annually - actual salary will be based on experience and education.

Benefit Information: This position offers a full benefit package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, vacation, sick and staff development opportunities.