Recruitment and Retention Coordinator

About the Role

The Recruitment and Retention Coordinator is responsible for coordinating activities related to the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support of full-time and adjunct faculty. This position implements strategies and processes that support Ivy Tech’s goals for attracting, onboarding, and retaining high-quality faculty. The Coordinator manages key aspects of the faculty’s experience from initial contact through onboarding and provides continued support throughout a faculty member’s career.

This is a grant-funded position. The Perkins Grant Activity for this position is approved through 6/30/27, subject to annual review and approval of the grant budget. There is no guarantee of employment beyond this date; however, the grant is renewable based on the position’s success.

Salary: $38,289 to $59,805. Compensation will be commensurate with the requirements of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with Academic Affairs leadership, the Vice Chancellor of Ivy+ CareerLink, Human Resources, and other relevant stakeholders to support the recruitment and retention of excellent full-time and adjunct faculty.
• Assists in processing, reviewing, and maintaining documentation related to faculty teaching credentials.
• Coordinates and supports faculty onboarding processes.
• Supports and collaborates with Academic Affairs leadership/Program Chairs to integrate newly hired faculty into the college learning community.
• Develops, maintains, and manages digital records as required by the campus and Systems Office.
• Provides support for faculty teaching during evening and weekend hours, as required.
• Assists in the facilitation and coordination of faculty-led professional development activities.
• Coordinates with Educational Technology staff to ensure appropriate onboarding and training for the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience supporting faculty, staff, or academic programs in an educational or organizational setting preferred.
• Experience working in higher education preferred.
• Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Possesses experience using technology and applications in online and technology-enhanced learning environments.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with diverse populations and constituencies.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, take initiative, and produce results with minimal supervision.

Other Requirements

• The selected candidate will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including a criminal history check.
• Official transcripts and/or certifications are required upon hiring.

Work Hours

• 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the ability to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Benefits

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Paid professional development opportunities

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services