Admissions Specialist, Recruitment Events

Compensation $40,574.00 Annual Job Description Summary The application deadline for this position is 11:59pm EST on August 4, 2026. The Office of Admissions helps students begin their path to academic success through recruitment, advising, processing, and orientation. The Office of Admissions supports campus visits, houses the Student Ambassador program, Finish at the Top, and SF Achieve. The Admissions Specialist for Recruitment Events supports and carries out assigned recruitment events on-campus and in the community, including campus visit and group tour programs. The Admissions Specialist also provides pre-college advising to prospective Santa Fe College (SF) students who visit the college and those who are engaged digitally and at off-campus recruitment events. Job Description Responsibilities and Duties Include: Engages with prospective students digitally and at recruitment events on- and off-campus, serving as a pre-college advisor by providing support and accurate, timely information about the college, designated programs, and enrollment processes. Communicates with prospective students digitally through Salesforce CRM and updates and maintains all digital interactions; directly assists with the management of the Salesforce Ecosystem. Supports the planning and staging of large recruitment events on-campus, including but not limited to, Open House, Family Preview Day, New Student Preview Days, and College Fair. Assists with the development and production of the in-person New Student Convocation event, Santa Fe Live, which is a student success event held in both the Fall and Spring semesters. Carries out assigned campus visit and group tour programs, which includes on-campus tours, virtual tours, and special recruitment events. Assists with the logistics and administration of the Student Ambassador program, which includes managing the scheduling and training of student employees. Updates recruitment event management platforms regularly and coordinates content with the Marketing and Communications department to ensure alignment with brand identity. Builds and maintains professional relationships with community organizations in Alachua and Bradford counties to work collaboratively in promoting recruitment events for prospective students. Serves as a representative of the College and the Office of Admissions at off-campus recruitment events, both in the community and out-of-district. Supervises part-time staff as needed, to include completing reappointments, scheduling and approving time sheets. Provides service to the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities. Complies with all published College Rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws/regulations governing public employees, including but not limited to those related to document retention and destruction, FERPA, and confidentiality. Strictly honors the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures. Provides service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to: Coordinator, Recruitment Events QUALIFICATIONS Required: An associates degree with two (2) years of work experience in areas of enrollment management, teaching, counseling, or advising at the high school or post-secondary level or a combination of education and/or experience equal to four (4) years. Additional Requirements: Applicants must have a valid Florida Class E Operator (drivers) license and be authorized to drive for the college. Must be able to carry/lift at least 20 pounds without assistance. A criminal background check will be conducted. Preferred: A bachelors degree in a relevant discipline with experience working in higher education; multiple language proficiencies; and prior experience with the constituent relationship management platform (CRM). General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment. Adaptability to Change able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment. Analytical Aptitude & Problem Solving - able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices and/or procedures, collect and interpret data, reason logically, establish facts, identify and define existing and potential issues, recognize the interrelationships among elements, draw valid conclusions, develop recommendations, as well as alternative courses of action, select appropriate course, follow up, and evaluate. Communication able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job. Critical Thinking & Judgement - able to make well-reasoned, sensible, and timely decisions based on careful, objective review and informed analysis of available information, considerations, and other factors. Customer Service ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills. Ethics able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions. Organization & Time Management able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames. Problem Solving proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions. Team Orientation & Interpersonal highly motivated team-player with ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within and external to the organization. Relationship Management able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs. Results Orientation proven ability to set and exceed established targets. Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs. Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail. Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response. Application Process: All applicants must submit a completed online SF application, a letter of intent, an up-to-date resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial academic transcripts (if applicable) to be considered for this position. Unofficial transcripts are only accepted for review purposes, official transcripts are required prior to any offer of employment being made. 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