Outreach & Admissions Counselor (Full-Time & Part-Time Openings)

Bizzell•Guthrie, OK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing outreach, recruitment, and admissions activities. There are openings for both full-time and part-time positions. The full-time role is based in Oklahoma City, OK. Part-time roles are available in the Lawton–Duncan–Marlow, OK Area and Lawton, OK, with specific eligibility requirements for former Job Corps students and active reservists/veterans, respectively. The position involves engaging with various community organizations and individuals to recruit eligible candidates for the Job Corps program, providing support and mentorship, and ensuring compliance with program policies.

Requirements

Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms the correct interpretation of information.
Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas.
Written communication must be clear, concise, and easy to read and comprehend.
Organization of Work
Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously.
Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.
Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via the development of professional skills and personal growth.
Initiates and responds to suggestions for improving service.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Valid State Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Experience may include Job Corps outreach and admissions or similar work with youth development programs.

Responsibilities

Conduct innovative outreach activities with public service agencies, community organizations, schools, and individuals who might refer eligible candidates to the Job Corps program.
Interview interested candidates and obtained pertinent information on each one.
Prepare documentation on potential students and review with the center as applicable or necessary.
Maintain monthly goals established by the PRH and management.
Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to students. Prepare related reports.
Arrange for and assist in providing pre-enrollment orientation, schedule tours of the center.
Prepare necessary and required reports related to the outreach.
Assist in the development of new and revised policies and procedures affecting student recruitment.
Create network with youth development agencies, one-stop agencies, churches, and community organizations to provide a wide base for recruiting potential students.
Introduce labor market information to help with the career transition process and analyze local labor market career paths.
Participate in student employability programs and activities.
Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps' Zero Tolerance Policy.
Promote the development of Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students where necessary and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions.
Maintain accountability of students and property; adhere to safety practices.
Other duties as assigned.