Veterans Admissions Representative
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. · Avondale, AZ · 3 days ago
On-siteEducationFull-time
About the Role
This fast-paced, results-driven role requires independence, strong communication skills, and a genuine passion for helping Veterans achieve their career goals. The Veterans Admissions Representative will engage with the local Veteran population both on and off campus, building meaningful connections to raise awareness of available opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Support the local Veteran population on campus by conducting interviews, leading campus tours, participating in orientations, and assisting with Veteran-focused campus events, including Open Houses
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local military bases, Veteran organizations, and Veteran-focused career fairs through consistent networking and on-site engagement
- Deliver engaging and motivational presentations to prospective students to inspire higher education and career opportunities
- Address prospective students’ questions and concerns to ensure they clearly understand programs, opportunities, and career pathways
- Conduct regular follow-up with prospective students throughout the year to maintain interest and support their decision-making process
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of programs, financing options, and related information to confidently answer questions during interviews and presentations
- Adhere to all regulatory compliance standards, guidelines, and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Minimum two (2) years of sales experience (preferred)
- Public speaking experience (preferred)
- Military and/or recruiting experience (preferred)
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong presentation and sales skills
- Self-starter, highly motivated, with a strong customer service attitude
Abilities
- Able and willing to communicate, think, learn, and reason
- Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks
- Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations
- Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering, and category flexibility
- Use good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion
- Work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously
- Gain, understand, and apply information and data as it relates to essential functions of the position
- Foster long-term relationships with stakeholders
- Travel to worksite locations
- Occasionally (up to 40% of workday):
- Use fine and large motor skills to operate a motor vehicle
- Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision) to operate a motor vehicle
- Lift and maneuver sales presentation materials (up to 50 pounds)
Work Environment
- Primarily performed indoors in climate-controlled settings at company locations
- Hybrid role: combination of on-campus/on-site and remote work (must meet minimum technical standards for participation)
- May include exposure to student learning environments; must follow all safety precautions including use of PPE and adherence to site-specific safety procedures
- Overnight and/or local travel required (up to 25%)
Benefits
- Paid Training
- Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you and your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
- Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
- Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
- Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
- Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
- Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA Health Plan
- Enrollment: Eligibility starts the first of the month following completion of one full month of employment