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FRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BILINGUAL ADMISSIONS OUTREACH REPRESENTATIVE - LARIMER CAMPUS
Front Range Community College (FRCC) is the largest community college in Colorado, enrolling close to 30,000 credit students annually. FRCC is one of 30 colleges in the AACC Pathways project, was recently selected as a Most Promising Place to Work in Diverse Magazine and was profiled as one of 6 top community colleges for transfer student success in a recent Aspen Institute publication. The college has a detailed strategic plan focused on improving student graduation and transfer rates, a strong assessment program, and invests heavily in professional development for staff and faculty including a college-wide leadership program, Roadmap to Achievement. The college has a strong commitment to equity and actively works to create inclusive communities. For more information, visit www.frontrange.edu. The college has a clear vision outlined in its strategic plan, VISION 2020.
FRCC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is intentional about creating a learning and working environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college. FRCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or national origin in employment or in our educational programs and activities.
SELECTION PROCESS: POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED WITH A PRIORITY DEADLINE OF AUGUST 26TH, 2019 BY 5:00PM.
All candidates, including current Front Range Community College employees, must submit a complete application packet which includes an online application, resume and cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with requirements, qualification and responsibilities of the position.
SALARY: LOW 40'S ANNUALLY
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Bilingual Admissions & Outreach Representative works under the direction of the Director of Admissions & Outreach. The primary function is to represent Front Range Community College – Larimer Campus by encouraging students to enroll at the college. This position will have an emphasis in outreach and enrollment opportunities for High School populations specifically focusing on the Poudre School District/Fort Collins schools, serving as a resource for future students and monolingual Spanish-speaking families to reduce barriers to success by expanding support for students from diverse backgrounds throughout their journey with FRCC. They, along with Admissions department colleagues, will be responsible for conducting outreach and recruiting efforts to future students in the Larimer Campus service area working to achieve the goals established in the Campus Outreach Plan, in alignment with college wide enrollment goals.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Recruit traditional and non-traditional age students focusing specifically on underrepresented & Latinx populations and their families.
- Cultivate relationships with schools grades K-12, as well as with community organizations serving traditional age students and their families in the Larimer County service area to promote the benefits of FRCC, including educational opportunities, campus resources, campus events, and scholarships. Partner with the LC Coordinator of Outreach & Enrollment in these efforts.
- Follow-up with prospective students and their supporters to provide assistance or refer them to necessary resources for successful enrollment at FRCC.
- Facilitate regularly scheduled workshops for parents on how to prepare for their student to start attending college such as supporting academic achievement at home, college admissions, financial aid and COF, and FAFSA. This could be in partnership with campus colleagues and/or the Coordinator of Outreach & Enrollment.
- Provide support for students with limited English skills who want to participate in ESL courses or developmental education courses from inquiry and testing to registration and payment.
- Assist and participate in collaborative departmental efforts and programming related to the student onboarding and orientation process driven by the student success initiatives
- Participate broadly in enrollment and outreach efforts as directed by the Director of Admissions & Outreach
- Support and facilitate the broader communication of FRCC as a Pathways College related to marketing and promoting the student experience and culture
- Collaborate with Student Affairs & Instructional departments, under the direction of the Director of Admissions & Outreach, to support the campus community in enrollment and retention initiatives.
- Disseminate college and program informational material to prospective and/or continuing students through presentations at on and off campus venues, such as college and community fairs/events, community agency meetings, and businesses.
- Assist students with the enrollment process, including completion of admissions application/required forms and review for accuracy, authenticity, and timeliness of information; assist with class registration, financial aid, and payments.
- Plan and/or contribute to recruitment events on campus, possibly including, but not limited to, open houses, exploration nights, large group visits, parent events, and presentations for community organizations and partners.
- Serve as Spanish language interpreter/point of contact for students who need to access services in other Student Affairs departments, clarifying procedures and practices. Refer students to appropriate resources as needed.
- Collaborate with other bilingual staff and community members through the Bilingual Committee for translation accuracy of marketing materials & communication for the communities FRCC serves college-wide.
- Assist in the ongoing development and revision of the Campus Outreach Plan to increase the diversity of our student body and achieve enrollment goals.
- Serve on campus and community committees related to future students and college promotion, as well as target population outreach and retention as requested or assigned.
- Collect & enter ROI and event data using the departmental monthly report as well as Recruit/CRM to document events, inquiries, reach out to students, etc per departmental expectations and deadlines.
- Travel frequently to local area schools, agencies, events, and other campuses by personal vehicle.
- Provide back-up frontline coverage for the Welcome Desk and Call Center during peak times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
PREFERRED EDUCATION
- Master’s degree in Education, Student Affairs in Higher Education, or related field.
Required Experience
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Experience in higher education enrollment processes, programs, and services and/or education or experiences from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
- Experience working with diverse populations and cultures.
- Experience planning and organizing events as well as with presenting/public speaking.
- Strong computer software skills, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
- Professional working proficiency to read, write, and speak English and Spanish.
- General knowledge of the principles and practices of admissions, recruitment, retention and financial aid.
- Ability to adapt verbal and written communications to various audiences.
- Flexibility to work within a changing environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, relationship, communication, organizational, and promotional skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with high school staff, college faculty and staff, students, prospective students and their families, other higher education institutions, and the community.
- Highly-motivated, self-starting, and enthusiastic.
- Competence managing multiple tasks and completing priorities.
- Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Must have reliable transportation and ability to haul materials and equipment to and from events.
- Must be able to drive to events in varying weather conditions during days/evenings
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Two (2) years’ experience working in a community college setting; event management, program development, social media/mobile technology, marketing, orientation, recruitment & outreach, public relations, training, experience working with diverse populations, experience working with middle & high school students.
- Experience in higher education enrollment processes, programs, and services.
- Ability to set and reach enrollment goals.
WELCOME TO FRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, WHERE YOU COME FOR THE STUDENTS, BUT STAY FOR THE PEOPLE!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES:
Front Range Community College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:
- Front Range Community College's alcohol and other drug policy
- VAWA policy
- Campus security policies
- Campus/community resources
- Where to find registered sex offender information
- Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
- Reporting crimes
THE CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT CAN BE ACCESSED IN TWO WAYS:
- By going to the internet website at: Clery Act Information
- Printed copies of the FRCC Campus Annual Security Report are available on request through the Dean of Students Affairs Office and any college Campus Security and Preparedness Office.