Enrollment Coach

Texas State Technical College•Waco, TX

13d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Enrollment Coach is a pivotal member of the Enrollment department at Texas State Technical College (TSTC), contributing significantly to the mission of placing Texans into high-paying jobs. As an Enrollment Coach at TSTC, you play a crucial role in guiding students from the enrollment phase through graduation, acting as a supportive resource and advocate. In this front-line position, you collaborate with various internal departments to ensure a seamless experience for students. Your primary goal is to enhance persistence rates and graduation numbers, aligning with TSTC's mission of student success and job placement. You report directly to a Team Lead of Enrollment and perform your role with supervision. Hiring Range is $20.13 - $22.14 USD Hourly. The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Equivalent combination of education, training and relevant professional experience will be considered.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree
1-3 years customer service or sales preferred
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear and effective information delivery.
Demonstrate critical thinking skills to make decisions and solve complex problems with sound reasoning.
Showcase exceptional multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Exhibit adaptability to learn and leverage new technologies.
Occasional travel (up to 5%) and availability on nights and weekends may be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education preferred, particularly in recruiting, admissions, records, financial aid, or related fields
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, except in cases where a specific degree is required to meet accreditation standards, licensure requirements, or other legislative or regulatory obligations. This includes, but is not limited to, certain faculty positions and staff roles governed by state or federal educational mandates.

Responsibilities

Consistently embody TSTC Core Values (Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity) when interacting with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and the community.
Manage a student caseload, addressing questions and troubleshooting needs related to enrollment, financial aid, and overall student progression.
Assist students in determining appropriate degree programs and courses based on career goals.
Navigate students through the enrollment process, ensuring all requirements are met including but not limited to: the Registrar’s Office, Financial Aid Requirement, appropriate course registration, and making payment arrangements.
Collaborate with internal departments (Admissions, Veteran Services, Financial Aid, Registrar's Office, Operations, and Student Services) to support students and monitor progress.
Conduct consistent outreach to ensure student success, partnering with faculty and other departments as needed.
Stay informed about FAFSA, FERPA, and relevant federal and state regulations governing student rights and information.
Proactively review changes to enrollment management policies and best practices.
Utilize various software programs for tasks such as reviewing eligibility requirements, tracking financial aid status, and monitoring academic progress.
Employ TSTC’s Early Alert system to identify at-risk students, devise outreach plans, and maintain detailed notes using effective advising techniques.
Perform general enrollment and administrative duties, including collecting, uploading, and reviewing documents for quality control.
Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.