The Recruiter, Retention, and Alumni Coordinator is a key member of The Excel Center team, responsible for leading efforts in student recruitment, retention, and alumni engagement. This full-time, year-round position serves two campuses, either Hammond and Gary or Elkhart and South Bend, and supports adult learners 18 and older as they work toward earning their Indiana Core 40 high school diploma. In this role, the Recruiter, Retention, and Alumni Coordinator develops and executes recruitment strategies, conducts outreach to prospective students, supports retention through proactive engagement, and oversees alumni initiatives. The position works closely with life coaches, teachers, and campus leadership to identify and assist at-risk students, maintain accurate records of student and alumni activities, and foster strong partnerships with the community. By combining relationship-building, organizational, and communication skills, this role ensures students receive the support they need to succeed academically and professionally while strengthening long-term connections that advance The Excel Center’s mission of providing adult learners with a second chance to change their lives. Responsibilities: • Conduct regular student check-ins to identify barriers to retention and provide proactive support • Partner with the marketing team to develop outreach materials and coordinate visits from community partners • Represent The Excel Center at community events and in collaboration with local organizations • Develop and implement recruitment strategies and maintain a calendar aligned with enrollment cycles and key community events • Conduct outreach to prospective students through school visits and community events to engage adult learners Qualifications: • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across two school locations • Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred but not required • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education, communications, social work, or a related field • Proven experience working with adult learners or in community outreach settings Compensation: $45,000

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