Primary Responsibility
Under the general supervision of a designated leader, the Senior Enrollment Services Specialist assists with the recruiting activities and pre-enrollment follow-up of students. This position represents Colorado Mountain College at their campus and at off campus events. This position interacts with student inquires, applicants and current students.
The Senior Enrollment Services Specialist also applies knowledge of programs, procedures, and policies to provide administrative support and assistance in a student services function (e.g. registrar, student records, admissions, residence life, and financial aid). Assist current and prospective students and parents with a variety of inquiries and topics.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples include a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and two years related work experience; or, Associate’s Degree and three years related work experience, or High School Diploma/GED and four years related work experience or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position. Previous admissions and recruitment experience preferred.
Special Skills or abilities related to position: work cooperatively with internal and external parties; develop and organize events; strong written, verbal, and presentation skills; analytical and interpersonal skills; and the ability to multitask.
Knowledge of: variety of standard administrative and business methods and procedures; standard Microsoft Office software. Familiarity with other software such as Access, Publisher, Photoshop, and Indesign beneficial.
Ability to: read, write, speak, and understand English well; operate variety of office equipment; proficient in computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets and electronic mail; multi-task; meet deadlines; strong verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities are preferred.
Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College further expects employees to accurately report their work location at all times. Failure to do so impairs the College's ability to ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and operational requirements.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
The hiring pay rate is $ 27.44 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Position anticipated to close on August 27, 2026 or until filled.
Essential Duties
Recruiting, pre-enrollment, and student services activities such as:
Coordinates with Central Services Admissions on the scheduling of local high school visits and assists in the recruiting of local students
Works closely with other departments to provide services to onboard new students
Assists with the development and coordination of admissions processes and procedures
Assists in student recruiting and pre-enrollment follow-up; follows-up with prospective students via phone and email
Evaluates and processes admissions applications including determining residency status
Coordinates communication with applicant including phone calls, emails and mailings
Schedules and conducts tours and other events to bring students to the campus
Coordinates campus Visit Days for prospective students and their guests
General Student Services Coordination and Front Office support activities such as:
Coordinates new student orientations with faculty and staff
Coordinates programs, projects, events, special activities including Career Services activities on campus
Assist with Front Line Financial Aid Counseling, including; FAFSA assistance; general counseling on financing options; provides FA Self-Serve support and guidance, serves as back up for Financial Aid
Assists with the coordination of Concurrent Enrollment testing, registration and reporting.
May serve as a lead for front desk staff, admissions aides and/or supervise work study students
Trains and oversees the campus Student Ambassador program
Performs clerical and technical support duties; prepares and submits reports; assists in maintaining automated systems and data files
Serves on committees
Serves as a back-up for registration
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
This position receives direction from a designated supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibility
Position serves as a lead for others in the department.
Special Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of a background check including motor vehicles records report will be required. Incumbents in this position will adhere to all safety and compliance policies of Colorado Mountain College while performing all duties assigned. May require travel within the college district, altered work schedule and/or occasional evening/weekend hours.
Working Conditions
This position requires constant sitting, occasional walking, standing and driving; occasional handling objects, pushing/pulling; frequent reaching with hands/arms, and use of finger movements; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. Constant written and oral communication and the ability to reason and analyze and perform calculations occasionally. Work is performed using a computer and standard office equipment daily and driving a vehicle occasionally.
CMC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the College will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, [email protected]
NOTE: This position description is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to this class and provide examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Each role at Colorado Mountain College contributes to the institution’s sustainability initiatives by fostering environmental stewardship, supporting sustainable practices in daily operations, and advancing a culture of ecological responsibility that aligns with our commitment to balance the needs of current generations not to compromise the needs of future generations.
