Admissions Representative

Description

Position Summary

Are you looking for a career with purpose where you can make a real difference in people's lives?

As an Admissions Representative at IYRS, you'll help future makers, innovators, and skilled professionals take the first step toward a fulfilling career. Serving as a trusted guide throughout the enrollment journey, you'll build meaningful relationships with prospective students, provide personalized support, and help individuals discover educational opportunities that can transform their futures.

From initial inquiry through enrollment, you'll play a critical role in connecting students with life-changing, hands-on education. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic communicator, relationship builder, and problem solver who is passionate about helping people achieve their educational and career goals.

Working closely with Marketing, Financial Aid, Student Services, Housing, and Academic Departments, the Admissions Representative contributes directly to enrollment growth while delivering an exceptional student experience. This is an opportunity to combine relationship-building, community outreach, and student advocacy in a role that has a meaningful impact every day.

Requirements

  Recruit & Support Prospective Students

• Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students and their families throughout the admissions process.
• Build and maintain relationships through phone, email, text, virtual meetings, and in-person appointments and campus tours.
• Guide prospective students through each stage of the enrollment journey while supporting recruitment and enrollment goals.
• Conduct admissions interviews and assist applicants in completing admissions and enrollment requirements.
• Maintain consistent follow-up and provide exceptional customer service throughout the enrollment process.

Enrollment & Admissions Management

• Maintain an active recruitment pipeline and help achieve enrollment goals.
• Monitor applicant progress and proactively assist students in completing requirements.
• Maintain accurate student records and communications within HubSpot™ CRM and Core Campus™ systems.
• Support onboarding and transition activities to help students successfully begin their educational journey.

Community Outreach & Events

• Represent IYRS at open houses, campus tours, career fairs, school visits, industry events, and community programs.
• Help plan and execute admissions and recruitment events.
• Build relationships with high school counselors, community organizations, workforce development partners, veterans' organizations, and alumni.

Collaboration & Student Success

• Partner with Marketing, Financial Aid, Student Services, Housing, and Academic Departments to create seamless student experiences.
• Contribute to enrollment planning, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Uphold institutional policies, accreditation standards, and ethical recruitment practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One to three years of experience in admissions, recruiting, higher education, sales, customer service, or a related field.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed, including occasional evening and weekend events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, technical education, trade schools, or workforce development programs.
• Familiarity with HubSpot™, Core Campus™, or similar CRM and student information systems.
• Knowledge of financial aid processes and enrollment management best practices.
• Experience delivering presentations or facilitating group information sessions.

Success in This Role

Successful Admissions Representatives:

• Create outstanding experiences for prospective students and families.
• Build strong relationships that inspire confidence and trust.
• Maintain a healthy enrollment pipeline and accurate student records.
• Consistently contribute to enrollment goals while supporting student success.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for IYRS and its mission of hands-on, career-focused      education.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) options
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment on Newport's waterfront campus

Why Join IYRS?

At IYRS, you'll do more than recruit students. You'll help people discover new opportunities, develop valuable skills, and build meaningful careers. Every conversation has the potential to change a life. If you're passionate about helping others achieve their goals and want your work to have a lasting impact, please submit your application.