Outreach & Enrollment Specialist
Boise State University

Boise, Idaho

Posted in Education and Training


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Job Info


About Us:
Boise State University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university of distinction. Learn more about Boise State and the City of Boise at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/boise-and-beyond/. Boise State University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Boise State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are a welcoming campus that supports diversity and inclusion.

Job Summary/Purpose:
The purpose of the HEP Outreach and Enrollment Specialist is to plan and implement effective outreach and recruitment strategies to identify and enroll eligible participants for the High School Equivalency Program (HEP). HEP assists students who are farm workers or from farm working families in obtaining a high school equivalency or GED (r) certificate.

Level Scope:
Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

Essential Functions:
The Outreach & Enrollment Specialist must:

  • Establish a network of community agencies as sources for referral of potential students. Partnership entities include but are not limited to schools, social service and government agencies, churches, and others providing services to migrant/seasonal farmworkers and their children.
  • Attend informational fairs, agency meetings, community events, etc.
  • Assist potential participants meet all eligibility requirements as specified in HEP grant application. This includes conducting skill assessments to determine the likelihood of success of potential candidates and verifying work eligibility for applicants.
  • It is the recruiter's responsibility to recruit and enroll the specified number of applicants as directed in the HEP grant application. It is essential that a waiting list of potential students is developed due to the open-entry/open-exit nature of the program.
  • Plan and follow an effective schedule of travel to all parts of the target recruitment area.
  • Maintain thorough and complete files for students, documentation of program services under the recruiter's responsibility, and other documentation as required for annual performance reports and grant compliance
  • Responsible for assisting with the development of recruiting materials such as application brochures, newsletters, website, radio and television advertising.
  • Compose various communication documents and presentations in English and Spanish.
  • Participate in the selection, enrollment, transportation and orientation of participants.
  • As a member of the HEP staff, the recruiter will participate in weekly staff meetings, training, field trips, cultural activities, social events, conferences as requested by the program or university administration.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Previous experience with culturally diverse population
  • Ability to maintain good public relations
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (speak, read, write)
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information
  • Possess good writing and communication skills
  • Ability to communicate and coordinate with other university departments and outside agencies and organizations, particularly those serving migrant and seasonal farmworker populations
  • Ability to counsel and advise students so that they may be academically successful at HEP.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or relevant professional experience
  • Bilingual - read, write and speak (English and Spanish)
  • Must have a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of experience in a similar type of work.

Salary and Benefits:
The salary starts at $41,225 commensurate with experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at https://hrs.boisestate.edu/benefits/.

Required Application Materials:
  • Cover letter
  • Resume


Advertised: June 21, 2021 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: July 2, 2021 11:55 PM Mountain Daylight Time


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