Specialist, Admissions & Recruiting - Online Programs

Specialist, Admissions & Recruiting - Online Programs

Posting Number: 0001037

Reports to:

Director, Admissions & Recruitment

Department: Admissions & Recruitment

Classification: Non-Exempt

Full or Part-time: Full Time



Job Summary:

Responsibility for meeting individual and institutional goals related to the recruitment of online students, including adult learners and transfer students. This includes building and maintaining relationships with prospective online students, regional employers, non-profits, and local businesses; working collaboratively with Marketing to maximize the conversion of online applicants to enrolled students; and assisting with general Admissions tasks. This is NOT a fully remote position.

Essential Functions:

1. Recruits online students, including adult learners, transfer students, returning students, and students enrolling for personal interest and community education programs.

2. Manages prospective student information, academic records, and communications through the colleges TargetX system, including application follow-up and issue resolution.

3. Communicates the admissions onboarding process to prospective online students via email, text, phone, and online platforms.

4. The Specialist provides concierge service for online students from inquiry to enrollment.

5. Provides students with online program options and career exploration resources, connecting them to LMC programs and courses that align with their career goals.

6. Collaborates with faculty and academic services to maintain current knowledge of online and hybrid program offerings, courses, and curriculum.

7. Develops and implements recruitment strategies and communications materials specifically targeting online and adult learners.

8. Delivers presentations, workshops, online video content, and other events communicating information on academic programs, financial aid, and the admissions process.

9. Participates in college and community committees as assigned.

10. Maintains professional development through educational opportunities, professional publications and organizations, and staying current with legal guidelines.

11. Maintains recruiting operations by following policies and procedures and performing other duties as assigned.

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Job Specifications:

Bachelors degree required.
Two years of corporate recruitment, online sales and marketing, or higher education student services experience preferred. Word processing, email, and database skills required. Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills required. Written and oral communication skills, bilingual preferred. Confidentiality.

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Salary Range: $58,781 - $70,581



Special Instructions to Applicants:

Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more!



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Official transcripts required upon hire.


Monday through Thursday summer work hours apply to this position.


Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Open Date: 02/13/2026

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About Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses -two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline.


Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve.


Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees.



Living in Southwest Michigan
Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches, wineries, and nationally acclaimed golf courses. But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life.


LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis.


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