Outreach & Admissions Specialist - MnSCU AP 1

Outreach & Admissions Specialist - MnSCU AP 1

The purpose of this position is to lead prospecting and recruitment efforts for the college by promoting the college's academic programs and student success services in a goal-oriented, metrics driven environment. Primary responsibilities include conducting recruitment activities which may include high school visits, hosting on- and off-campus information sessions, leading tours of the college, public speaking, attending college and education fairs, visiting workforce centers, representing the college at job fairs and other community relations events, conducting phone / email / text outreach, conducting position-related research and hosting special events that lead to meeting enrollment goals for the college. This position frequently requires night and weekend shifts and travel within the region and state approximately 3-40% of the time. This position will be focused on student success and will guide students successfully through the enrollment process from point of inquiry to admission and in coordination with advisors and other student services staff, to first semester enrollment. This position will serve as a liaison and resources for numerous internal and external college stakeholders.

Principle Responsibilities & Duties :

• Implement outreach and recruitment strategies and activities to achieve enrollment goals for Ridgewater College, while also reporting, monitoring and tracking results.
• Guide new and incoming students through the admissions process and in collaboration with advising and student services staff, through registration and matriculation.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure collaboration and efficiency within the Advancement & Outreach division (including marketing, recruiting, Foundation) and with other student services departments (admissions, advising, registration, financial aid, business office, TRIO, disability services, etc.)

Salary Range : $23.98 - $34.69 per hour / $50,070 - $72,433 / yearly

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Preferred Qualification :

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Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) : Monday Friday (8 : 00am-4 : 30pm)

Telework (Yes / No) : No

Institution Information :

MISSION : Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

VISION : Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

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Benefits Information : At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work / life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date : 12-09-2025

Position End Date :

Open Date : 10-13-2025

Close Date : 10-28-2025

Posting Contact Name : Felicia Mary Telecky

Posting Contact Email : felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu