Career Imagineer: Student Recruiter

About the role

The Career Imagineer plays a crucial role in recruiting and supporting prospective students for our innovative flexible in person programs, which are uniquely designed to allow full-time enrollment with just one class at a time. This position focuses on career-oriented academic services, minimizing the emphasis on the recreational aspects of student life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to high schools, colleges, community organizations, and other relevant networks to attract prospective students interested in environmental degrees.
• Organize and participate in recruitment events, including college fairs, information sessions, visit days, and campus tours, to promote our environmental programs and engage with potential students.
• Cultivate relationships with high school guidance counselors, community influencers, and other stakeholders to enhance awareness of our programs and facilitate student referrals.
• Offer personalized guidance and support to prospective students throughout the application and enrollment process, addressing inquiries and providing information on program requirements, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities.
• Represent the institution at college fairs and other recruitment events, effectively communicating program advantages and career prospects to prospective students and educators.
• Serve as the primary contact for prospective students, providing guidance and answering questions related to admissions, registration, financial aid, and billing.
• Stay abreast of trends and advancements in environmental education, workforce demands, and career prospects to effectively counsel students on their educational and career trajectories.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities, student interactions, and enrollment metrics to evaluate the efficacy of recruitment strategies and shape future initiatives.
• Utilize CRM systems to track interactions with prospects, ensuring all communications are logged and information is up-to-date.
• Collaborate with student success, academic, and organizational effectiveness units to ensure accurate and timely information is relayed to students.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and informational sessions that highlight the academic and career benefits of the programs.
• Respond promptly to leads through various channels, including in-person interactions, telephone calls, emails, text messages, letters, Zoom meetings, and social media platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, with one or more years of student recruitment or sales experience desirable.
• Extensive travel readiness.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and execute recruitment events and activities.
• Knowledge of current trends in higher education, particularly related to career-focused academic programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, changing environment.
• Basic proficiency in typing and data entry, coupled with experience in working with computerized information systems.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven setting while upholding exceptional written and verbal communication standards and delivering outstanding customer service.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Maine driver’s license, with a clean driving record.
• Ability to function effectively within a matrix organizational structure, maintaining open lines of communication while being discreet, courteous, and well poised.