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Millersville University — College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Recruiter, Part-Time (Temporary)
Filed in Administrative on April 8, 2023


College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Recruiter, Part-Time (Temporary)

Requisition Number P00940

Position Type Professional

Department CAMP

Working Title College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Recruiter, Part-Time (18.5 hours per week) (Temporary Grant position ends 06/30/2026)

Classification Grant-Funded Program Coordinator 1 – Non-exempt – S9600

Position Summary Information

Nature of position Temporary, Part-time

If Temporary, Start Date

If Temporary, End Date

If part-time, hours per week

If part-time, percent time

Days Worked Flexible Schedule

Hours/Shift worked Up to 18.5 hours/week

Union SCUPA- SUA & GFPC

Posting Detail Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) at the University of Millersville University is 100% federally funded through the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Migrant Education. CAMP was established to identify, recruit, admit, and enroll migrant and seasonal farm worker students and provide them with academic, social, and financial support to enable the completion of their first year of college.

It is the responsibility of the CAMP Recruiter to maintain contact with high schools to identify, recruit, and admit students into the CAMP program at Millersville University. In addition, on-site visits, as well as campus visits to educate the students about CAMP will be a large part of the recruiter's responsibilities. This position will require the organization of effective recruitment activities, therefore innovative and creative ideas are highly encouraged. Rapport building skills are essential to this position as the recruiter is responsible for creating and maintaining working relationships with students, schools, and community agencies.

The grant for this position will end June 30, 2026 unless renewed.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students' success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path.. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master's and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

Annual Salary: $22.20 per hour.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

  • Some Post-Secondary course work and 1 year of experience working directly with migrant students and families OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish.
  • Ability to:

    • gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
    • make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
    • analyze high school courses and college prerequisites.
    • complete the Federal Application for Financial Aid/State Grant application
    • use independent judgment and manage confidential information.
    • develop and deliver presentations.
    • work effectively with diverse populations.
    • plan, assess, and evaluate programs.
    • provide leadership and guidance to administrative support staff and/or students.
    • develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.

  • Program planning and implementation skills.
  • Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues.
  • Examine, improve, and implement new strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
  • Effective organizational and coordination skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Successful interview.
  • Successful completion of three background checks.

    Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience working with Migrant Students.
  • Participated in College Assistance Migrant Program and/or Migrant Education Program.

    Job Description

  • Represent Millersville University to targeted students.
  • Maintain contact with high schools to identify, recruit, and admit students into the CAMP program at Millersville University.
  • Visit middle schools, high schools, and colleges.
  • Speak to groups and individual students.
  • Meet with school counselors, administrators and/or other constituent groups to promote outreach activities and as required to assist other recruiters.
  • Develop, coordinate, and deliver outreach programs and marketing strategies, including community workshops, retreats, and related recruitment efforts.
  • Arrange visits and tours for prospective students and parents.
  • Serve independently as the point person for internal coordination of university student recruitment and enrollment management goals utilizing specific knowledge gained of admissions, registration criteria and financial aid and/or scholarship information and deadlines.
  • Provide career and academic counseling, planning, and advising to potential students utilizing specific knowledge gained of the university colleges, educational programs, and degrees.
  • Independently develop and maintain partnerships between the university, local school systems, alumni networks, faculty, community partners, and other identified groups throughout the assigned territory/population.
  • Coordinate university participation of staff and alumni for national and local college recruitment fairs, conferences, and related outreach events.
  • Coordinate event-specific organizational aspects, promotional materials and information from the university and its colleges, educational programs, and degrees.
  • Participate in and/or organize and implement all aspects of large, multi-departmental special events utilizing presentation and promotional materials, maintaining budgetary and operational controls, coordination skills with multiple entities and representing the university at local, statewide, and national events.
  • Prepare reports and proposals regarding recruitment and outreach activities and responds to inquiries from students and minority agencies.
  • Create, package, monitor, and distribute resource materials for student recruitment and retention programs.
  • Develop mentorship programs.
  • Analyze trends in recruitment and retention programs.
  • Develop strategies for program evaluation.
  • Guide and oversee the work of lower graded staff and/or student employees when engaged in directly related support activities.
  • Participate in employee training and evaluative sessions.
  • Coordinate STEM site visits.
  • All other duties as assigned.

    Essential Functions

  • No or very limited physical effort required.
  • No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
  • Ability to sit/stand for long lengths of time.
  • Must work outside for up to 6 hours a day.
  • Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

    Posting Open Date 11/01/2022

    Posting Close Date 04/23/2023

    Full Consideration Date

    Special Instructions to Applicants

  • This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the SCUPA- SUA & GFPC Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  • Ability to work remotely if required due to emergency university closure.
  • Must maintain a valid driver's license and ability to travel.
  • Evenings and weekends are occasionally required.

    To apply, visit https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/10099

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