Admissions Representitive

Equus•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Recruit eligible youth for the Job Corps Program and support applicants and graduates throughout outreach, admissions, placement, and retention. The role includes conducting community outreach, applicant orientations and interviews, maintaining and quality-checking applicant files, and coordinating travel arrangements with centers. It also assesses graduates’ and former enrollees’ readiness for placement, connects them with referrals and support services, and helps secure and retain employment, military, education, or training opportunities. The position promotes employer partnerships and models appropriate customer service and employability skills while supporting a safe, respectful center environment.

Requirements

At least an Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, communications, or a closely related field, plus two years of related experience; alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in one of these fields or a closely related field.
Four years of experience working with youth ages 16–24.
Experience working with diverse youth.
Above-average public speaking skills and experience.
Above-average verbal and written communication skills.
Above-average problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Computer literacy, including use of the Internet, email, and WordPerfect or Microsoft Word.
Ability to work some evening hours and periodic weekends.
Ability to travel periodically.
Valid driver’s license in the state of employment and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Successful Job Corps outreach and admissions experience, or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth development programs.

Responsibilities

Recruit eligible youth for the Job Corps Program.
Conduct outreach in communities, agencies, American Job Centers, and at public events.
Meet departmental and center goals and objectives.
Conduct applicant orientations and interviews, including with parents or guardians when applicants are minors.
Complete applicant-file procedures, including data entry and scanning documents into electronic files.
Participate in departmental meetings.
Coordinate with centers to support applicant travel arrangements.
Perform quality assurance checks on applicant files.
Assess graduates’ and former enrollees’ readiness for placement and provide appropriate referrals and support services in accordance with DOL, Center, and Equus requirements.
Ensure timely placement and retention of assigned graduates and former enrollees in quality jobs, the military, or further education and training.
Promote job development through direct contact with employers, One-Stops, JTPA, and State Employment Agencies.
Clearly communicate and consistently model appropriate customer service and employability skills.
Maintain accountability of staff, students, and property.
Adhere to safety practices and foster a center environment free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect.
Attend required staff training opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.