Admissions Counselor/Recruiter

HR Jobs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Jobs in Omaha, NE is seeking an Admissions Counselor/Recruiter to support Job Corps outreach, recruitment, eligibility determination, and admissions in line with government and management directives.

Responsibilities include planning outreach activities, interviewing candidates, and preparing documentation for prospective students. The role requires building networks and promoting the Job Corps program within the community.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Advanced proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree with two years related experience

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct outreach activities with public service agencies, community organizations, schools, and individuals who may refer eligible candidates to Job Corps
• Interview interested candidates and collect required information for each prospect
• Prepare documentation for potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary
• Provide prospect orientation, including clear and accurate information about Job Corps, the specific center, and student expectations
• Build a recruiting network with youth development agencies, one-stop agencies, churches, and community organizations

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Public outreach

Interviewing

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree + two years experience

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Admissions Counselor/Recruiter supports Job Corps outreach, recruitment, eligibility determination, and admissions in line with government and management directives.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct outreach activities with public service agencies, community organizations, schools, and individuals who may refer eligible candidates to Job Corps
• Interview interested candidates and collect required information for each prospect
• Prepare documentation for potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary
• Provide prospect orientation, including clear and accurate information about Job Corps, the specific center, and student expectations
• Schedule center tours when able
• Maintain monthly goals as directed by management
• Contact prospects within the first 24 hours as required and record each contact or attempt of contact
• Regularly review and audit assigned areas for contractual compliance and effectiveness of student service delivery
• Prepare required reports related to outreach
• Assist with development of new or revised policies and procedures impacting student recruitment
• Build a recruiting network with youth development agencies, one-stop agencies, churches, and community organizations
• Introduce labor market information to support career transition planning and analyze local career paths
• Participate in student employ-ability programs and activities
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps Zero Tolerance Policy
• Model appropriate behaviors to support Career Success Standards, mentor students as necessary, and monitor behaviors through interventions
• Maintain accountability of students and property while adhering to safety practices
• Demonstrate and follow LifeSkills Connection core values and operating principles
• Comply with DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and company and center policies and procedures
• Participate in PRH mandated staff training (non-participation may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including termination)
• Travel as required

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or closely related field; or Associate’s degree in the same fields plus two years related experience
• Valid State Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
• Location: Omaha, NE 68104 (required)

FLSA Status

• Exempt

Reports To

• OA Supervisor

Department

• OA/CTS Department

Position Objectives

• Conduct outreach, recruitment, eligibility determination, and admissions processes in compliance with government and management directives

Position Competencies

• Effective Communication: Present information clearly and confirm correct interpretation
• Effective Communication: Very high standard of written and oral communication for facts and ideas
• Effective Communication: Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read, and easy to comprehend
• Organization of Work: Manage several projects simultaneously
• Organization of Work: Apply time management, task allocation, and priority assignment
• Organization of Work: Improve service delivery through professional skills and personal growth
• Organization of Work: Initiate and respond to ideas for improving service

Experience

• Experience may include successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience, or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs
• Recruiting: 2 years (preferred)

Technology

• Microsoft Office
• Word
• PowerPoint
• Excel

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision capabilities required: close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

Work Environment

• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions
• Noise level can vary from moderate to loud
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

Benefits

• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
• 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
• Paid Holidays, PTO + More
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Salary

• $44,720 - $46,000 per year

Education

• Associate (required)

Ability to Commute

• Omaha, NE 68104 (required)

Work Location

• In person

Employment Disclaimer

• As a federal contractor and employer with a Drug-Free Workplace, candidates must pass pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment
• Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and a pre-employment drug test
• Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired

Job Description Note

• Job description is not all-inclusive; other reasonable related duties may be assigned by the supervisor or management
• Company may revise job duties as business requirements dictate
• Job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment
• Company may change work schedules as required, including overtime