Healthcare Programs Recruitment Specialist

Category: Administrative/Professional
Department: Admissions
Locations: Batavia, NY

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Position ID: 203479

About Genesee Community College

Founded in 1966 as part of the prestigious State University of New York (SUNY), Genesee Community College serves a 2500 square mile region in the counties of Genesee, Livingston, Orleans and Wyoming. GCC is a student-centered collegiate community that annually serves more than 4,300 students with 75+ academic degrees, certificates and micro-credentials, and several campus locations in Western New York State. Located in Batavia, GCC is only a short drive away from Buffalo and Rochester.
One of GCC's trademarks is cutting-edge technology that includes the Conable Technology Building, 54 Hyflex Classrooms, 88 smart classrooms, 27 computer labs and 8 science labs. Both the onsite and online learning modalities boast a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, giving students plenty of hands-on, one-to-one teaching and learning opportunities.
EDsmart recently ranked GCC as the number one community college in Western, New York and the fourth best community college in New York State.
The spacious campus boasts a new Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades Lab, along with a Criminal Justice lab, Veterinary Tech lab, Solar Electric Technician lab, Nursing lab, Digital Arts Lab and Computerized Drafting & Design Lab. Additionally, the campus houses the Stuart Steiner Performing Arts Center, Roz Steiner Art Gallery, Alfred C. O'Connell Library and Child Care Center. The Richard C. Call Arena features a multi-use field house, classrooms, locker rooms, state-of-the-art fitness center, coach offices and a press box overlooking the new turf field. College Village, a student housing community, offers suite and communal style student housing at the Batavia campus.
SUNY Genesee awards over 250 student scholarships annually and has an extensive Financial Aid program. GCC is committed to providing the educational experiences which promote intellectual and social growth, workforce and economic development and global citizenship. Additional information about GCC is available at www.genesee.edu.

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The main function of the Health Care Recruitment Specialist is to support the Office of Admissions while working to increase the number of qualified applicants into GCC's healthcare programs. The healthcare programs include Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Respiratory Care (RCP), and Health Studies. This individual will visit regional health care facilities, BOCES, and high schools in the GLOW (Genesee, Livingston, Orleans, and Wyoming counties), Western NY region, and NY city to recruit students for the healthcare programs. In addition, this individual will orient students about the necessary pre-requisites to be accepted into the healthcare programs.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Visit WNY area hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, LPN Programs, Depts. of Labor, community-based organizations, and other appropriate employers/agencies to recruit on behalf of GCC's healthcare programs.
Connect with area school counselors, science teachers, and career center staff to offer and provide group presentations and/or individual high school visits.
In partnership with Accelerated College Enrollment (ACE), connect with area Health Academies, BOCES programs, and home-schooled students to recruit from these populations.
Outreach to NYC high schools and provide presentations about GCC's healthcare programs at the SUNY Global Center or virtually.
Partner with healthcare program directors and Admissions staff.
Coordinate and assist with on-campus admissions events and host exploratory healthcare information sessions.
Provide personalized outreach and follow-up to healthcare recruits and applicants.
In partnership with program directors, Admissions, and Marcom, review college website for accurate information and create healthcare recruitment materials.
Respond to inquiries regarding healthcare programs received by admissions (e.g. Admissions email, Request more information form-RMI)
Review health studies applications.
Serve as back-up reviewer for PTA, Respiratory Care, and Nursing applications.
Serve as the admissions lead for the SUNY Reconnect program.
Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION

Associate degree required. Bachelor's preferred.

EXPERIENCE

3 years' work experience required for applicants holding an Associate degree. Previous experience working with students in a customer facing role preferred. Preference will be given for specific experience in healthcare recruitment or advisement, college admissions, advisement, transfer, or financial aid.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must possess good interpersonal skills and exhibit a special interest in recruiting and working with healthcare students of all ages and backgrounds, school counselors, community agencies, and employers. Applicants must create an effective healthcare recruitment plan, including in-person and virtual events. Must be detail oriented with the ability to work with minimal supervision. Excellent Microsoft Office skills, with experience in Banner is preferable. Must be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity. Is mindful of and develops accessibility solutions that can accommodate all individuals to use GCC facilities without barriers, both digitally and physically.

Additional Information

RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Admissions/Recruitment and works in collaboration with advisors, success coaches, Admissions, and health care program directors.

SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time, year-round position and is compensated at $43,868.98. As of 9/1/26, compensation is $45,184.62. Salary, benefits and conditions of employment are as set by the GEA contract. The Healthcare Recruitment Specialist will need flexible hours to provide some evening appointments. The position requires travel, mostly in WNY. Valid New York State driver's license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation required.

BENEFITS

NYS Retirement
Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance through Independent Health and Delta Dental
Vision Insurance through Eye Med
FSA
20 vacation days annually, 24 sick days, 4 personal days and 14 holidays annually
May use up to 10 sick days for family illness
GCC Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents
SUNY Tuition assistance at 4-year institutions
Access to the Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena
On Campus dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Access to approximately 90,000 items via GCC's Library Services
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

To apply, visit http://genesee.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=203479

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