Recruitment Specialist

Opening Date: April 2nd, 2026                                        Closing Date: 2 Weeks / Until Filled

Position: Recruitment Specialist                                   FLSA Status: Salary, Non-Exempt

Department: Student Support Services                           Job Status: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Salary: $42,000 to $47,000 DOE

Reports To: Director of Student Support Services                                                                                                                                                              

Organization and Location:

The position is located at Little Priest Tribal College (LPTC) campus in Winnebago, Nebraska. This position will require some traveling locally and out of state.                                                                                                                                            

Purpose of Position:

The Recruitment Specialist will effectively communicate about the Little Priest Tribal College (LPTC) programs, mission statement, and philosophy with the purpose of having prospective recruits enroll in courses at the college.  As a recruiter, assist in the development and implementation of strategies to attract new students to enroll in a program of study offered at LPTC. Communicate programs to increase enrollment, organize recruitment events on the LPTC campus, high schools, Tribal enterprises, and businesses. Identify program and organizational improvements to attract and keep students. Maintain a database of prospective students, a system of tracking, and provide data to measure the effectiveness of recruitment activities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, execution, and implementation of an annual recruitment plan to attract prospective students in targeted markets; the plan will include extensive and regular contact with prospective students. Provide input into the recruitment plan and meet all deadlines as outlined in the plan.
• Develop and maintain a regular schedule to visit and inform prospective high school and transfer students and their families about programs at LPTC, culture, mission, and life on campus; Identify target populations; communicate with and identify potential program participants, visit high schools, higher education institutions, career fairs and community events at business and industry recruiting events.
• Develop and implement a schedule of regular contacts with high school guidance counselors, human resources and higher education department at the Tribe, and other identified targeted markets for the purpose of recruiting students to LPTC.
• Develop a schedule of events promoting LPTC to aid in recruitment efforts. Organize and implement recruitment events at the College including open houses, campus visits and experience days.
• Develop and communicate professional presentations to prospective students, parents and community groups.
• Coordinate community service opportunities and campus visits to four-year universities for students. 
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date database of all prospective students and their contact information.
• Responsible for follow-up to all prospective students via phone and written correspondence in a timely manner; serve as a resource for students in meeting entrance requirements.
• Maintain a steady flow of communication via email, traditional mail, social media, and phone calls with prospective and students who have applied to in order to establish a positive relationship between the student and LPTC.
• Communicate frequently with other college employees and staff regarding current and upcoming recruitment activities.
• Assist in the development of LPTC Marketing materials.
• Consult with college faculty and staff in the areas of financial aid, admissions and records or other areas to advocate on behalf of the student; assist with career testing and for prospective students as needed.
• Attend professional association meetings, related conferences, workshops, and training sessions for the purpose of keeping up-to-date with new developments in higher education and the recruitment process.
• Assist with fundraising events and activities to prepare student with American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC).
• Completes routine reports related to recruitment, personal schedule, travel, special programs and/or expense reports.
• Serves on college committees and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred in marketing, business, education, or related field. 
• Prefer 1-2 years of admissions recruitment experience or sales experience; bilingual in Spanish would be a plus.
• Knowledge of college admission guidelines, standards, and procedures, and higher education recruitment in general; knowledge of various financial aid and scholarship programs, including deadlines and regulations;
•  Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, ability to plan and implement recruitment events in an organized and efficient manner;                
• Strong knowledge of student development and academic programming required.  Working knowledge of college academic and financial policies, academic admissions and records policies and procedures is preferred. 
• Skill in evaluating a student’s academic interests and desires; help the student formulate a plan designed to assist in achieving their academic and career goals.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and take appropriate action, resolve problems using independent judgement and decision-making process.
• Ability to read and interpret policies related to academic programs and student requirements for participation in various programs.
• This individual must be a self-starter with a high energy level who possesses a strong work ethic.  The ability to complete multiple projects within tight deadlines.  Must be customer service oriented, dependable and have good attendance. Possess a high energy level, sincerity, resourcefulness, and flexibility.
• The position requires exceptional interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism; excellent computer and telephone skills, and the ability to understand, summarize, and present information in both written and oral formats. Understand the role of the college, cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty, staff and the public.
• Employees must follow all college policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.
• Demonstrate competency with technology and Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Must be available and willing to work early mornings, evenings and weekends, including some overnight travel.

Conditions of Employment:

• This is 100% on-site position.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background screen.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, without restrictions and insurable by the Tribe’s Insurance

HOW TO APPLY:

You can visit us online at https://www.littlepriest.edu/human-resources/ to complete an online application and submit a cover letter, current resume, certified college transcripts, and a letter of reference. Applicants can also submit a paper application, cover letter, current resume, certified college transcripts, and a letter of reference to the Director of Human Resources, Little Priest Tribal College, P.O. Box 270, Winnebago, NE 68071, or email to [email protected].

*Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact LPTC through the Federal Relay System at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

At LPTC, we are committed to hiring a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. Indian preference applies. All other applicants have equal opportunities of employment irrespective of their race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. LPTC will uphold these principles and ensure that this philosophy is administered appropriately. Arrangements for reasonable accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the Human Resources office.

Little Priest Tribal College is an Equal Opportunity Employer