Admissions Counselor / Student Recruitment
About The Position
At Gulfport Job Corps Center, we’re looking for an energetic, compassionate, and driven Admissions Counselor to help connect young adults with education, career training, and a brighter future. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships, encouraging others, and making a real impact in their community. For over 60 years, Job Corps has helped young people ages 16-24 achieve successful careers in some the country's fastest-growing industries. Administered by the U.S. Department of Labor, Job Corps is part of the nation's largest career technical training and education program. The salary for this position is $44,000. Because this is a fixed contract, we are unable to negotiate the salary at this time.
Requirements
- Passion about helping young people succeed
- Ability to build strong relationships
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently
- Skilled in communication, outreach, counseling, or recruitment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A positive, student-centered attitude and strong customer service skills
- Dependability, initiative, and teamwork
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Successfully pass any background check and/drug test
- Ability to obtain & maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record
- Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, communications, social sciences, or related field preferred
- Associate’s degree plus related experience may be considered
- Experience in sales, marketing, counseling, recruiting, workforce development, or youth services preferred
- Valid driver’s license required
Nice To Haves
- Previous Job Corps experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Recruit and engage eligible youth through schools, community organizations, workforce agencies, and outreach events
- Conduct interviews and determine applicant eligibility for the Job Corps program
- Educate applicants and families about program expectations, career pathways, and student opportunities
- Assist students with career planning and goal development
- Build strong community partnerships and referral networks
- Support student retention and success during the enrollment process and first 90 days on center
- Maintain accurate documentation and case management records
Benefits
- Access to Federal Employee Health Benefits (20+ plan options)
- Dental and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid short/long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off which increases with service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
