Student Recruitment & Success Advisor

Northwest Technical College (NTC) invites applicants to join our team as the Student Recruitment & Success Advisor.  To accomplish our mission of “preparing students for rewarding careers”, we prioritize creating a culture in which diversity is embraced and all people are safe, welcome, and validated.  NTC has prepared students for fulfilling careers in high-demand fields for more than 50 years. The college’s accessible, affordable, hands-on programs also help the region’s employers meet their ever-growing need for a highly skilled workforce. NTC serves more than 1,000 students with an excellent education, an open-enrollment policy and affordable tuition. Students may pursue nearly 40 degree, diploma and certificate programs in six distinct career paths. Classes are offered on campus, online, or as a combination of both.  NTC is a member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities. 

The Student Recruitment & Success Advisor is responsible for the recruitment of and advising support for students pursuing the Nursing and Health Science Broad Field (HSBF) programs.  The Student Recruitment & Success Advisor is also responsible for the recruitment of and registration for those seeking the Nursing Assistant course at NTC; facilitating necessary communications about application procedures, course placement and degree completion; providing assistance to the NTC One Stop Student Services Center during the rolling admissions and registration process and will act as the liaison for students needing assistance from other NTC services; and serving students in the NTC One Stop on matters related to admissions, registration and financial aid. 

A valid driver’s license is required for travel, so candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a driving history background check.

Responsibilities of the Student Recruitment & Success Advisor include:

• Recruitment of and advising support to students pursuing the Nursing programs from time of inquiry through first term registration and matriculation and for HSBF students from the time of inquiry through first term advising and graduation or until transition to Nursing application.  Also responsible for recruitment of students for the Nursing Assistant class.

Providing appreciative/supplemental coaching/advising to students as they progress through the enrollment funnel, tracking and monitoring the formal application process, communicating deadlines; advising and assisting students with registration for courses and assisting with orientation; collaborating with the testing center on the administration of the TEAS Nursing entrance exam, communicating test results and subsequent action steps; creating and implementing a communication plan to accepted students that supports their progress towards a degree.

Working in conjunction with the Nursing Program Administrator and Nursing faculty to seek engagement in recruiting efforts as well as the selection of program candidates. Working in conjunction with the Director of the Student Success Center in recruiting and retaining prospective and enrolled students that may benefit from college success programming services. Percent of Time: 70%

• Serving as a One Stop Student Services Representative:

Serving prospective and current students as a one-stop student services representative with knowledge in records, registration, financial aid, admission, and other student service areas; additional support, as needed, scheduling and proctoring exams, participating in campus events and outreach programs, and being a liaison for students seeking assistance form the One Stop Student Services Center.

Percent of Time: 30%

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

• Bachelor's Degree with 1 year of experience in student services or related area.
• Excellent administrative, communication, and public relations skills.
• Problem solving skills sufficient to independently resolve issues with minimal referral to other resources.
• Knowledge of advising concepts/techniques.
• Excellent oral, written and repository skills.
• Knowledge of application of technology for database management.
• Knowledge and attention to integrity of information and its dissemination.
• Knowledge and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
• Ability to apply federal, state and Minn State policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to set priorities, use analytical reasoning, and integrate results into meaningful program activities.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Knowledge of nursing programs sufficient to advise students on requirements for enrollment and program completion.
• Experience in student services.
• Knowledge of transfer policies and procedures.

 

To apply:  

Apply for Vacancy Posting 51674, on the Minnesota Management and Budget website:  http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/

If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers

Inquiries about the position:

Charles Abbott
Email: Charles.abbott@nctmn.edu
Phone: (218) 333-6645

If you have general questions about this posting or submitting an application, contact Teresa Hanson at teresa.hanson@bemidjistate.edu

 

COLLEGE / COMMUNITY:

Northwest Technical College is in Bemidji, Minnesota, in Northern Minnesota. The greater Bemidji community has a population of 25,000 and serves as a regional center for education, commerce, recreation, health care, and the arts. Bemidji State University, a partner institution, and Northwest Technical College welcome 6,000 students annually. Northwest Tech offers hands-on learning in Business, Health Care, Manufacturing, Transportation, and General Education. As a partner in Distance Minnesota, the College is engaged in innovative distance education with most of its programs offered online in addition to on campus. Northwest Technical College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System (Minnesota State) https://www.minnstate.edu.  To learn more about the student-centered environment at Northwest Technical College, visit www.ntcmn.edu.

WHY BEMIDJI:

In this Northwoods setting, students, staff, and faculty have a variety of activities at their fingertips. Possessing all the charm and character of a college town, Bemidji remains a tight-knit community of good neighbors and engaged citizens. While the city of Bemidji — named after the Ojibwe Chief Shaynowishkung (nicknamed Bemidji) — is home to a diverse population of more than 15,000 people, it serves a regional population of more than 100,000.

Located between three American Indian reservations – Leech Lake, Red Lake, and White Earth, students have an opportunity to experience a dynamic local culture and history. Bemidji also sits at the center of the legends of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. The famous statues of Paul and Babe greet students as they drive along Lake Bemidji.

Though quaint and historic, the city offers the urban conveniences upon which college students rely. Northwest Technical College is conveniently located minutes away from affordable restaurants, cozy coffee shops, grocery stores, city parks, and more. Small, locally-owned shops and art sculptures line the streets of downtown Bemidji, while national chains can be found in and around the Bemidji area, including an uptown selection of department stores and restaurants.

The thriving downtown community presents ample opportunities for engagement off-campus. Among other things, there are fine-dining restaurants, cafes, and a natural foods co-op in downtown Bemidji. The historic Paul Bunyan Playhouse has a calendar of classic shows; restaurants and lounges offer weekly live music performances; the First Friday Art Walk provides a tour of new monthly art exhibits; and annual events such as the Loop the Lake Festival, the Dragon Boat Festival, the Blue Ox Marathon, Bemidji Winterfest, and The Minnesota Finlandia bring the community together.

For those who love the outdoors, there are wooded, multi-use trail systems within minutes of campus and community parks with walking trails, playgrounds and a skate park. Lake Bemidji State Park and its miles of navigable trails is located directly across the lake from BSU, and the Buena Vista Ski Area — just 12 miles north of town — offers downhill skiing and BSU-sponsored student transportation in the winter months. Further, the Mississippi River Headwaters is a mere 45 minutes from Bemidji.

For further information, visit our website at: https://www.ntcmn.edu

Review a "special report on how this former lumber town has rebuilt itself as a high-speed, regional center of enterprise" at Bemidji 2.0

Other Resources:

• Visit Bemidji – https://www.visitbemidji.com/
• 218 Relocate / Greater Bemidji – https://www.218relocate.com/
• Bemidji Area Chamber of Commerce – https://www.bemidji.org/ 
• Explore Minnesota – https://www.exploreminnesota.com/article/top-things-to-do-bemidji

Statement of Notice

Northwest Technical College prohibits discrimination and sexual violence of any kind. Contact the Center for Civil Rights Investigation Office if you have concerns regarding discrimination and/or sexual violence. Per Minnesota State System Procedure 1B.3.1, all universities and colleges must provide contact information of their Title IX Coordinator.

Steven D. Parker, Campus Diversity Officer & Title IX Coordinator
Email: TitleIX@bemidjistate.edu
Phone: (218) 755-4121
1500 Birchmont Drive NE, Deputy Hall, Room 211, Bemidji, MN 56601