Job Description

Overview

Job Title: Campus Visit & Recruitment Specialist
Location: Dalton State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 290124

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for recruiting and providing admission counseling to prospective students as well as scheduling and assisting with prospective student and group visitation program for all Dalton State campuses.

Application Materials

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. List of three professional references: please include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, a brief description of relationship with reference. Include current and/or past employer.

Review of applications will begin on September 24, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum hourly rate $20.29

Benefits

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option: Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 Well-being rewards
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December holidays)
• USG Benefits

Responsibilities

• Facilitates prospective student visitation program 40%
• Recruits, trains, and supervises student ambassadors for the Admissions Student Ambassador Program
• Collaborates with local high schools to plan group campus tours
• Advises the Admissions Student Ambassador Program
• Assists with all prospective student events
• Schedules and assists with on-campus visitation programs for all campuses
• Recruits students 30%
• Attends recruitment events, including college and career fairs
• Visits high schools to recruit students
• Makes admissions presentations at high schools and on campus
• Coordinates activities with high school counselors
• Creates and strengthens relationships with high school counselors
• Acts as admissions representative for Dalton State Mountain Campus
• Provides admission guidance to prospective students 20%
• Meets with prospective students and parents to provide information and assistance
• Assists students in the completion of admissions documents
• Performs related duties 10%
• Responsible for the Office of Admissions social media accounts
• Assists with graduation exercises
• Maintains records and prepares reports
• Assists with summer Orientations
• Assists with dual enrollment program duties

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field or equivalent combination of education and related work experience.

Other Required Qualifications
Must hold a valid driver's license.

Required Experience
One year of related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience
More than one year of related experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE
-Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
-Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
-Knowledge of Family Education Rights and Privacy Act guidelines.
-Knowledge of student recruitment principles.
-Knowledge of new student orientation principles.

SKILLS
-Skill in decision making and problem solving.
-Skill in scheduling and coordinating events.
-Skill in the completion of a variety of reports.
-Skill in oral and written communication.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2. Details at online policy pages.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at policy pages.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Dalton State College, as determined by Dalton State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dalton State College is an Equal Opportunity Institution. We follow the Board of Regents' policy, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status. All employment processes and decisions shall be free of ideological tests and ensure the institution can achieve its mission and priorities in support of student success.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact Dalton State College's Office of Human Resources. Individuals requiring accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Summer work, Work at office, Local area,

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