High School Recruiter

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc.; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Life Insurance Options

Short Term / Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee Scholarship

Job summary

Midwest Technical Institute, Inc. in East Peoria, IL is seeking a High School Recruiter to build relationships with high schools, prospective students, and families, promoting MTI/DTC programs and guiding applicants through enrollment.

You will visit schools, present to groups, interview applicants, facilitate applications, and help students understand program requirements, scholarships, career placement supports, and services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3-5 years of experience in sales, recruitment, educational sales, or a related field preferred.
• Previous admissions or student recruitment experience preferred.
• Industry knowledge and public speaking experience preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• High School Outreach: Visit high schools, classrooms, and community events to promote MTI/DTC programs and educational opportunities.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain relationships with guidance counselors, teachers, school administrators, prospective students, and families to support recruitment efforts.
• Student Recruitment: Engage prospective students through presentations, phone calls, texts, emails, and follow-up activities to generate interest and encourage enrollment.
• Admissions & Enrollment: Interview prospective students to assess interest, motivation, and program eligibility; facilitate applications and monitor enrollment progress.
• Student Guidance: Educate prospective students and families on program requirements, accreditation, scholarships, career placement assistance, and student services.
• Campus Engagement: Coordinate and conduct campus tours, informational sessions, and recruitment events for prospective students and families.
• Recruitment Tracking: Maintain accurate, timely records of school outreach, prospective student interactions, and enrollment activities.
• Enrollment Goals: Meet established recruitment and enrollment targets through consistent outreach, follow-up, and relationship management.
• Campus Participation: Attend graduation ceremonies, open houses, staff meetings, training sessions, and other required institutional events.
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment and enrollment activities comply with institutional policies and applicable federal, state, and accrediting standards.

Skills

Relationship-building

Public speaking

Communication skills

Sales/recruitment experience

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Build Futures. Change Lives. Grow Your Career.

We believe in the power of change. Every student who walks through our doors comes with dreams, goals, and the potential to create a better future for themselves. At MTI, our mission is to help turn that potential into real-world success.

And it all starts with our faculty and staff.

Position:High School Recruiter

Location: East Peoria, IL

Job Id:245

# of Openings:1

Job Summary:

The High School Recruiter is responsible for building relationships with high schools, prospective students, and families to promote educational opportunities at Midwest Technical Institute/Delta Technical College (MTI/DTC). This position supports students throughout the recruitment and enrollment process while driving enrollment goals and maintaining strong relationships within the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• High School Outreach: Visit high schools, classrooms, and community events to promote MTI/DTC programs and educational opportunities.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain relationships with guidance counselors, teachers, school administrators, prospective students, and families to support recruitment efforts.
• Student Recruitment: Engage prospective students through presentations, phone calls, texts, emails, and follow-up activities to generate interest and encourage enrollment.
• Admissions & Enrollment: Interview prospective students to assess interest, motivation, and program eligibility; facilitate applications and monitor enrollment progress.
• Student Guidance: Educate prospective students and families on program requirements, accreditation, scholarships, career placement assistance, and student services.
• Campus Engagement: Coordinate and conduct campus tours, informational sessions, and recruitment events for prospective students and families.
• Recruitment Tracking: Maintain accurate, timely records of school outreach, prospective student interactions, and enrollment activities.
• Enrollment Goals: Meet established recruitment and enrollment targets through consistent outreach, follow-up, and relationship management.
• Campus Participation: Attend graduation ceremonies, open houses, staff meetings, training sessions, and other required institutional events.
• Compliance: Ensure all recruitment and enrollment activities comply with institutional policies and applicable federal, state, and accrediting standards.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of experience in sales, recruitment, educational sales, or a related field preferred.
• Previous admissions or student recruitment experience preferred.
• Industry knowledge and public speaking experience preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven sales, relationship-building, and customer service abilities.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, multitasking, and computer skills.
• Ability to accept feedback, implement coaching, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Positive, professional approach when interacting with students, families, school personnel, and colleagues.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent local travel to high schools, community events, and other recruitment activities.
• Flexible work schedule, including occasional evening hours to accommodate prospective students and institutional events.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during presentations and recruitment activities.

Be part of something that truly matters.

Our students trade uncertainty for confidence, passion for a clear path, and determination for careers they love. As an employee at MTI, you play a direct role in that transformation.

Whether you’re teaching in the classroom or supporting behind the scenes, your work helps students move up in life — gaining skills, building confidence, and creating futures they once thought were out of reach.

Here, success isn’t measured only by outcomes. It’s measured by lives changed.

We invest in you—both professionally & personally

Our Total Rewards package encompasses not only your salary, but also support for your health and wellness, work/life balance, and financial future.

• Medical, dental and vision plans available after qualifying service window
• Life Insurance Options
• Short Term / Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Financial Future - Company Match up to 4% with our 401(k) plan

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Competitive PTO and vacation time available

Employee Scholarship - MTI employees can refer immediate family for a $1,000 scholarship to attend MTI

*Must be employed 90 days and have started prior to October 1st to be eligible for paid time off*Benefits may change during open enrollment.

MTI Faculty & Staff

More than teachers — they’re mentors, guides, and champions of change.

Our instructors are at the heart of everything we do. They bring real-world experience, industry knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.

They don’t just teach skills — they inspire confidence, push students to chase their goals, and guide them toward achieving more than they ever imagined.

At MTI, instructors don’t just prepare students for jobs. They prepare them for life.

The team behind every success story.

Our dedicated staff both behind-the-scenes and face-to-face with students to support every step of their journey.

From admissions and financial aid to student services and career placement, our teams ensure each student has the tools, resources, and encouragement they need to succeed.

Every role matters. Every department makes an impact. And together, we create an environment where students and employees can thrive.

Our Culture

At MTI, it’s not just about the skills learned. It’s about transforming lives. Unlocking potential. And creating futures full of possibilities for students who never thought any of it was possible.

Our thousands of graduates are proof that when passion meets opportunity, success follows. During their time at MTI, we help them move up, build confidence, and achieve real, lasting success. We’ve had many graduates come back to MTI as instructors and use their experience to help teach the next generation.

The MTI team is united by a shared purpose: helping our students start rewarding careers.

Together, we’re not just changing careers — we’re changing lives.

• Positive Attitude - Be a source of positive energy that lifts up the people around you.
• Respect - Treat others with compassion, integrity, and courtesy and do not rush to judgment.
• Initiative - Seize the opportunities in front of you to create a better, more enriching learning environment.
• Dedication - Fully commit and give your maximum time and energy.
• Excellence - Strive for high quality in every action to create work that shines.
• P.R.I.D.E.: To be satisfied and fulfilled by your effort and accomplishment.

Your success is our students’ success.

The success of our students is our WHY — it’s the reason we do what we do.

When you join MTI, you become part of a team that believes in people, invests in growth, and works every day to make a meaningful difference.

If you’re looking for more than just a job, if you want a career with purpose…we want to meet you.