Posting Details

Position Summary Information

Position Title

Recruiter & College Liaison, High School Programs

Position Type

Full Time Regular

Annual Schedule

12 months

Expected Work Schedule

Standard

Anticipated Days

Monday - Friday

Anticipated Hours

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (with occasional seasonal overtime)

Anticipated Hours per Week

Work Location

A-B Tech Main Campus

Job Description Summary

Works collaboratively to promote and deliver a seamless educational transition process for high school students into Career and College Promise pathways and beyond. Responsible for coordination and implementation of student recruitment, enrollment plans, and strategies designed to increase enrollment and success for students enrolled at SILSA. Serves as a success advocate for assigned high school dually enrolled students and serve as the college liaison for high school programs and will utilize discretion and independent judgment to recruit, advise, and enroll SILSA students into CCP courses while adhering to Administrative Code regarding required documentation and eligibility. Actively contributes to the growth, development and activities of the College and department that promotes a commitment to access and student success for a diverse student body.

Duties

Advises all dually enrolled high school students, in person or remotely as needed, in the Career and College Promise students to completion of a certificate or expressed academic and career goal(s).
Registers students and processes course adds, drops, and withdrawals for students participating in the Career and College Promise program.
Serves as a success coach/advocate for assigned high school students to assist them in the successful completion of their college coursework and academic/career goals, with a focus on career guidance through high school and assisting with transition from CCP to regular college admission when appropriate.
Ensures compliance regarding CCP Administrative Code for FTE compliance and NCCCS system office standards with regarding the enrollment of assigned schools/CCP students in tuition waived courses while in high school.
Identifies and participates in recruitment activities, presentations, and events including those after school hours.
Serves as the primary liaison between assigned high schools and A-B Tech assuring a positive and mutually beneficial long and short-term partnership.
Utilizes Early Alert and follow up with students and faculty to assist students in successful completion of course and degree requirements.
Contributes and adheres to the College Vision, Mission including RISE principles, Values, and Foundational Focus Areas.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)

Bachelor’s degree
One year of full-time or equivalent experience working in a student services area in high education or high school setting.
Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing educational programs and services.
Experience providing tracking and assessment to ensure quality of educational programs and services.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree
Two years of full-time or equivalent community college student services experience.
One year of full-time or equivalent community college advising experience.
Direct experience with and working knowledge of secondary education standards in North Carolina.
Direct experience with and familiarity with service area public schools.
Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Should

Read the following before submitting the Application:

Application Selection Process
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Upload Required Documents:

When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.

PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT

If selected for hire

If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.

Transcripts outside of the United States, must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.

PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.

Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?

A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region’s premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959.
With four locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately:

10,000 curriculum students
14,000 continuing education students
1,100 faculty & staff

We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in:

71 degrees
30 diplomas
122 certificates

A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college – providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development.
If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!

A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)

A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, and Support for Everyone.
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!

A-B Tech is looking for

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Position Summary

Posting Detail Information

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)

11/30/2026

Start Date

01/25/2027

Keep Open Until Filled

Yes

Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable)

$52,560 - $54,060

Total Compensation

Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.
The total compensation for this position includes an 26.1% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.

Benefits Summary

Medical and Pharmacy Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Short and Long-Term Disability
Death Benefits
Life Insurance
Supplemental Policies
Professional Liability
Vacation Leave up to 26 days per year
Sick Leave of 12 days per year
Holiday Leave
All required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, Military
Tax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement Plans
Tuition Reimbursement Plan
State Employees Credit Union membership
Employee Assistance Network
Annual Flex Benefit
Alternative Work Schedules
Longevity Pay
Educational Attainment
Personal observance leave (2 days)

Questions

A-B Tech’s Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home’s life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at hr@abtech.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family!

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