Admissions & Enrollment Specialist

Undergraduate Student; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

Paid parental leave

PTO

Tuition reimbursement for continued ed

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Centura College Chesapeake is hiring an Admissions Representative who will guide prospective students toward informed academic choices and enrollments. You will connect applicants with suitable programs, drive outreach via calls, emails, and virtual meetings, and monitor progress toward KPI targets in a fast-paced environment.

We value strong communication, time management, and a team-oriented approach. The role may require occasional evenings or weekends, with a compensation package up to

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Associates' or higher degree preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience in sales or customer service, with a track record of meeting or exceeding KPIs such as conversion rates, outreach goals, and closing ratios.
• One or more years of admissions experience in a proprietary (for profit), post-secondary educational setting preferred.
• Skill set: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, willing to learn new systems.
• A positive, team-oriented approach and willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate prospective students for enrollment eligibility and program fit.
• Conduct outreach through phone calls, emails, and in-person or virtual meetings to support applicants through each step of the admissions process.
• Achieve and maintain enrollment goals by leading through personal performance.
• Guide students from initial inquiry to enrollment, including appointment setting, interviews, application assistance, and follow-up.
• Track student application status and ensure completion of required documentation.
• Assist with recruitment events such as open houses and career fairs.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Multitasking

WillING to work evenings/weekends

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates' or higher degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Centura College Chesapeake is hiring an Admissions Representative who will guide prospective students toward informed academic choices and enrollments. You will connect applicants with suitable programs, drive outreach via calls, emails, and virtual meetings, and monitor progress toward KPI targets in a fast-paced environment.

We value strong communication, time management, and a team-oriented approach. The role may require occasional evenings or weekends, with a compensation package up to