Program Specialist 2, Outreach & Recruitment

Program Specialist 2, Outreach & Recruitment

Salary

$4,002.00 - $5,108.00 Monthly

Location

Highline College 2400 S 240th St Des Moines, WA

Job Type

CLASSIFIED

Job Number

202605-PS2,O&R

Division

STUDENT SERVICES

Department

Outreach & Recruitment

Opening Date

05/21/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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General Summary

Open to current Highline College Employees. Priority screening for applications received by May 31, 2026.

Under general supervision of the Director of Outreach and Recruitment, the Program Specialist 2, Outreach & Recruitment is responsible for leading prospective student engagement through strategic use of the institution's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, coordinating recruitment communications, and supporting key outreach programs including campus tours, the Info Center, and admission process. This position ensures outreach and recruitment efforts are data-informed, student-centered, and aligned with institutional goals.

The Program Specialist collaborates closely with the Outreach Program Coordinator, Director and campus departments to maintain accurate referral information and keep the outreach team updated on current programs and services. The position also plays a key role in monitoring recruitment performance and fostering high-quality experience for prospective students.

This position is a classified full-time position, which is eligible for overtime. Schedule: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Salary Information: The salary range stated above reflects the starting step of Range 42 (Step C) and ending step (Step M) salary for this classified position and includes a 5% King County compensation provision. Based on salary placement of Step C, it will take 5 years to reach Step L on the salary schedule, 11 years to reach step M on the salary schedule. This does not reflect any contractual changes, legislative mandated salary increases or Cost of Living Increases (COLAs) that may be approved in the future.

Essential Tasks

Reporting to the Director of Outreach and Recruitment, this position will:

CRM Management & Data Utilization

• Manage day-to-day operations within the CRM system related to prospective student and applicant data;
• Monitor the recruitment and application pipeline; generate and share actionable reports with the Outreach & Recruitment team;
• Develop, implement, and evaluate targeted recruitment campaigns using CRM insights and program-specific data;
• Serve as the CRM point of contact and provide training or technical support to team members as needed.

Outreach & Recruitment

• Lead the campus tours program, working closely with the Outreach Program Coordinator to manage scheduling, staffing, ambassador training, and promotional efforts;
• Provide guidance and technical assistance to prospective students, families, and community partners regarding admissions processes and services;
• Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to support the Info Center, ensuring materials and referral manuals are accurate, up to date, and aligned with tours and outreach messaging;
• Coordinate with Marketing and enrollment services (entry and admissions) to ensure consistent communication and enhance the visitor experience across all touchpoints;
• Maintain strong relationships with campus departments to gather, organize, and share timely updates about programs, services, and referral processes with the outreach team.
• Collaborate with the Director on building and updating a referral manual for outreach efforts and the Info Center.

Program Monitoring & Evaluation

• Track and report on performance metrics aligned with recruitment goals and program standards;
• Analyze trends in prospective student engagement and recommend strategies for program improvement;
• Design and implement surveys to assess the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of outreach services, including tours and Info Center interactions;
• Support the continuous training of outreach team members on CRM tools, referral resources, and college offerings.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively (both written and verbal)
• Analyze and think critically;
• Work independently, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency;
• Work as a strong team player;
• Work with individuals of various cultures and backgrounds;
• Proficiently use Microsoft Office.

Additional Requirements

• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for events.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year college admissions experience; AND
• One year of college outreach experience or community engagement.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and project management skills;
• Experience using CRM data for campaign development and reporting;
• Experience with front-line visitor or customer service operations, such as an info center or welcome desk;
• Experience working with a CRM system (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, Ellucian CRM) to manage data or communications
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, service-focused environment.

Supplemental Information

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

THE COLLEGE

Founded in 1961, Highline College was the first community college to be established in King County and is one of 34 community and technical colleges. More than 350,000 alumni have graduated from Highline over the years. Nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, we are located on the traditional village sites of the Muckleshoot, Puyallup and many other Coast Salish tribes.

Highline prioritizes access for all students, staff, and faculty, which is evident in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We are proud Highline strives to improve access to Education for our student community. Those who come to our college bring unique personal experiences, beliefs, and perspectives and make us better. We strive to provide and highlight resources to support our students, staff, and faculty by fostering a equal opportunity focused workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Your online application must include the following to be considered complete:

1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;

2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the position.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• National Criminal Background Check may be required;
• This position is covered under the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA) bargaining agreement.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline

NEED APPLICATION HELP?

Should you have any difficulties uploading your documents or navigating the application process, please contact NEOGOV Technical Support at 1-855-524- 5627, Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00PM Pacific Time.

HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the states free telecommunication access service.

TITLE IX POLICY

Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/

The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The college provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types).

The Title IX Coordinator, Danielle Slota, can be reached at (206) 592-3600 or DSlota@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, President's Office

For accessibility needs, Melanie Lawson, can be reached at (206) 592-3320 or MLawson@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, Human Resources.

The Vice President of Human Resources, Melanie Lawson, can be reached at (206) 592-3320 or MLawson@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, Human Resources.

You can receive this information in an alternate format by contacting hrstaff@highline.edu.

Benefits for full time employees are explained in detail on our Benefits Summary page.

01

Do you have one year college admissions experience; AND One year of college outreach experience or community engagement?

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that to be consider for this position my application must be complete. Your online application must include the following to be considered complete: 1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position; 2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the position;

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Highline College (WA)

Address MS 12-A P.O. Box 98000

Des Moines, Washington, 98198-9800

Phone 206-592-3601

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline