Job Description
Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You!
At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.
Comprehensive Health Coverage
We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.
We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)
Retirement Plans for a Secure Future
Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.
Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area.
Professional Growth Opportunities
Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.
Join our team and make a direct impact on student success! We’re looking for a Recruitment & Retention Specialist to support Adult Education IET (Integrated Education and Training) students from enrollment through completion and transition into postsecondary programs.
In this role, you’ll recruit students, monitor progress, provide advising, and help ensure students have the support and resources they need to succeed.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience
Strong communication, organization, and data management skills
Flexibility to work some evenings/weekends and travel across campuses
Help students stay on track and reach their goals—apply today!
JOB SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision this position is responsible for supporting recruitment and retention activities, student engagement, academic progression, and leading Adult Education IET (Integrated Education and Training) students through a successful transition into IET and postsecondary programs. Provides students with educational plans, services and resources necessary to complete educational opportunities and degrees.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
- Provides assistance and support with program implementation, evaluation, writing reports, student services, and disseminating program information to ensure that the program efforts comply with necessary requirements.
- Monitors student performance and follow-ups with students as needed in an effort to promote retention and educational opportunities.
- Works with students in identifying and refining educational and career goals; provides ongoing advisement to students.
- Maintains student records according to standards established by funding agency, department and program.
- Maintains electronic databases for marketing and tracking student progress.
- Works in partnership with Career Pathway Facilitator to recruit IET students.
- Oversees enrollment and participation in the grant activities.
- Ensures a high level of student satisfaction through proactive support and active listening.
- Organizes grant research activities and maintains related records.
- Collects and reviews survey data to support activity evaluations.
- Participates on initiatives related to the successful implementation of the grant.
- Builds positive relationships with students, instructors, Career Pathway Facilitators.
- Completes other duties and related responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Minimum 1 year experience in a related field.
- Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with diverse populations including students, faculty, staff, supervisors/administrators, and members of the community.
- Knowledge of the management and coordination of Adult Education programs.
- Strong background and proven success in recruitment, retention, completion, and job placement.
- Proven skills and experience in data collection and management.
- Ability to be well organized.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain strict accuracy and be detail oriented;
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and be self-motivated.
- Proven knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows based computer applications and computer skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evening and weekend assignments.
- Ability to travel to different campuses.
- Ability to positively represent the college.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally more than twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment, as necessary. IRSC (Indian River State College) expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.
Classification
Staff
Supervisory
No
FLSA Exempt
No
Employment Type
Regular
Compensation and Application Deadline
Pay range starts at: $19.51/hour. All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience. Open until filled.
