Online Program Recruiting Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Online Program Recruiting Coordinator Full-Time | Exempt | Blackburn College | Carlinville, Illinois

Help Shape the Future of Online Education

Are you passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals? Blackburn College is seeking an enthusiastic and relationship-driven Online Program Recruiting Coordinator to help grow our innovative online education programs, including Early Childhood Education and Teacher Licensure.

In this role, you'll be more than a recruiter—you'll be a guide, mentor, and advocate for prospective students as they take the next step in their educational journey. If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Recruit and engage prospective students interested in Blackburn's online education programs. 
• Guide students through the admissions process, from initial inquiry to enrollment. 
• Build meaningful relationships through phone, email, Zoom, and in-person communication. 
• Assist students with admissions requirements, financial aid resources, and enrollment steps. 
• Partner with the Registrar, Financial Aid, Business Office, and Academic Departments to create a seamless student experience. 
• Represent Blackburn College at college fairs, community events, and recruitment activities. 
• Develop partnerships with community colleges, particularly Early Childhood Associate Degree programs. 
• Support enrollment, retention, and student success initiatives for Blackburn's growing online programs. 

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree required. 
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. 
• A passion for helping students succeed. 
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across campus. 
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and other technology tools. 
• Knowledge of financial aid processes is preferred. 
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel, including occasional evenings and weekends. 

Why Blackburn College?

At Blackburn College, you'll join a close-knit campus community dedicated to student success, innovation, and personalized education. You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on students' lives while helping expand access to quality online education.

If you're looking for a career where relationship-building, creativity, and purpose come together, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and help future students find their path at Blackburn College.

Blackburn College features a robust benefits package. For additional information, please visit -offices/human-resources/ and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab.
Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to: Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email View email address on ziprecruiter.com. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.