J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist
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Henrico, VA
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Full-Time
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$48K
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Enrollment
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March 20th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is hiring a Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist. The role involves representing the college at recruitment events, guiding prospective students through the enrollment process, and building partnerships with community and educational stakeholders to support enrollment and engagement goals.
Highlights
- Represent the college at recruitment events, high schools, and community organizations.
- Assist prospective students with career exploration, academic program info, and enrollment steps.
- Support initiatives to increase student engagement, access, and retention.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, businesses, and community leaders.
- Plan and coordinate recruitment events, campus visits, presentations, and info sessions.
- Participate in program planning, assessment, and data review to support enrollment goals.
- Proficient with student information systems, Microsoft Office, and digital communication tools including social media.
- Strong oral and written communication skills with public speaking experience.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred; experience in higher education recruitment or advising is advantageous.
- Salary commensurate with education and experience, up to $48,300.
- Regular travel within the college's service area is required.
Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist Full Description
Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist
Role Title | Trainer Instructor I
Role Code | 29111-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 03
Position Number | 28300427
Agency | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location | Henrico - 087
Hiring Range | Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The maximum hiring salary for this position is $48,300.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Schedule as assigned by manager.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
Reynolds is seeking a dynamic and student-centered Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist to support the College’s enrollment and community engagement goals.
This position represents the College throughout its service region to build and strengthen partnerships that support recruitment initiatives. The Specialist will guide prospective students through the enrollment process and provide information regarding career pathways, academic programs, college resources, and navigating the community college environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent the College at recruitment events, high schools, community organizations, and other outreach venues. Assist prospective students with career exploration, academic program information, and enrollment steps. Support enrollment initiatives designed to increase student engagement, access, and retention. Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, community leaders, businesses, and other stakeholders. Plan and coordinate recruitment events, campus visits, presentations, and informational sessions. Participate in program planning, assessment activities, and data review to support strategic enrollment goals.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Minimum Requirements Knowledge of recruitment strategies and student enrollment processes in higher education. Demonstrated experience in recruitment, sales, customer service, or student engagement. Knowledge of student development, academic advising, and/or career planning principles. Proficiency in student information systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and digital communication tools, including social media platforms. Ability to plan and coordinate events, presentations, and outreach activities. Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and group presentations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and build collaborative relationships with students, parents, schools, and community partners. Ability to analyze data and support program planning and assessment efforts. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Additional Considerations Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field Experience coordinating events, programs, and activities with diverse populations, including high school students and/or adult learners. Experience working in a community college setting. Experience working in a community college setting in outreach, admissions, and/or advising. Valid driver’s license required to perform duties associated with the position. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for events and outreach. Must successfully pass the college’s pre-employment security screening.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Regular travel throughout the College’s service area to support recruitment events, school visits, community partnerships, and outreach activities.
Role Title | Trainer Instructor I
Role Code | 29111-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 03
Position Number | 28300427
Agency | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division | J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location | Henrico - 087
Hiring Range | Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The maximum hiring salary for this position is $48,300.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Schedule as assigned by manager.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
Reynolds is seeking a dynamic and student-centered Student Outreach / Recruitment Specialist to support the College’s enrollment and community engagement goals.
This position represents the College throughout its service region to build and strengthen partnerships that support recruitment initiatives. The Specialist will guide prospective students through the enrollment process and provide information regarding career pathways, academic programs, college resources, and navigating the community college environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent the College at recruitment events, high schools, community organizations, and other outreach venues. Assist prospective students with career exploration, academic program information, and enrollment steps. Support enrollment initiatives designed to increase student engagement, access, and retention. Develop and maintain partnerships with schools, community leaders, businesses, and other stakeholders. Plan and coordinate recruitment events, campus visits, presentations, and informational sessions. Participate in program planning, assessment activities, and data review to support strategic enrollment goals.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Minimum Requirements Knowledge of recruitment strategies and student enrollment processes in higher education. Demonstrated experience in recruitment, sales, customer service, or student engagement. Knowledge of student development, academic advising, and/or career planning principles. Proficiency in student information systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and digital communication tools, including social media platforms. Ability to plan and coordinate events, presentations, and outreach activities. Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and group presentations. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and build collaborative relationships with students, parents, schools, and community partners. Ability to analyze data and support program planning and assessment efforts. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Additional Considerations Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field Experience coordinating events, programs, and activities with diverse populations, including high school students and/or adult learners. Experience working in a community college setting. Experience working in a community college setting in outreach, admissions, and/or advising. Valid driver’s license required to perform duties associated with the position. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for events and outreach. Must successfully pass the college’s pre-employment security screening.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | Regular travel throughout the College’s service area to support recruitment events, school visits, community partnerships, and outreach activities.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_4355P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 03/19/2026
Job Close Date | 04/03/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.reynolds.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93833
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 03/19/2026
Job Close Date | 04/03/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | www.reynolds.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number |
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/93833
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you fluent in Spanish?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have experience coordinating community events and outreach initiatives ?
- Yes
- No
- * Describe your experience assisting students in career exploration, academic planning, and academic advising.
(Open Ended Question) - * Will you require sponsorship to accept employment?
- Yes
- No
- * Have you ever been employed full-time or part-time by Reynolds Community College or any institution within the Virginia Community College System (VCCS)? If yes, please specify the institution, your position title, and dates of employment:
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Unofficial Transcript 2
- Unofficial Transcript 3
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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