About IYRS School of Technology & Trades
IYRS School of Technology & Trades is a non-profit, post-secondary trade school in Newport, Rhode Island. IYRS's mission is to empower students through immersive, hands-on learning to realize their full potential in career and in life.
IYRS offers accredited certificate programs which train students for hands-on careers in the marine trades and modern manufacturing. Newsweek Magazine named IYRS one of the Best Maker Schools in the world in 2021.
IYRS School of Technology & Trades is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and is approved by the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education.
Primary functions and purpose of this position
The Admissions Representative is responsible for qualifying and converting prospective student leads into applicants and converting admitted students to enrolled students. The Admission Representative represents the school in a wide range of recruitment and marketing events.
Major Responsibilities:
- Understand and represent our programs accurately to our prospective students
- Ideate and implement Admissions strategies aimed at increasing prospective student applications and enrollment with a focus on area high schools, college fairs and other locales where prospective students can be reached
- Nurture leads using multiple channels of communication
- Coordinate recruitment activities on and off campus and promotional or community-building activities with influencers, industry partners, and community members
- Facilitate relationships with high school counselors, post-secondary counselors, veteran liaisons, industry representatives, alumni and other constituents
- Coordinate with Student Services and Finance to support admitted students’ enrollment processes
- Maintain accurate and punctual data via the customer relationship management software, Hubspot
- Support organizational initiatives as assigned by the Director of Admissions
- Perform additional duties as needed
Essential KSOC’s (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics)
- Natural curiosity and passion for personal growth
- Ability to self-start and work independently
- Experience in admissions, sales, customer service, or relatable field
- Exceptional communication skills via phone, email, and in-person
- Ease presenting to large groups and a knack for keeping them engaged
- Attention to detail and appreciation for well-organized data
- Experience navigating an applicant tracking system or customer relationship management platform
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and an eagerness to leverage technology
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Education and Experience Requirements:
- College degree or equivalent life experience
- Familiar with the admissions process
- Customer Service experience
- HubSpot experience not required but preferred
Other Expectations
Each employee at IYRS is expected to demonstrate the following in the regular performance of his or her job duties:
- Participating in requisite safety training for staff and students
- Commitment to the vision, mission, and values of IYRS
- Adherence to IYRS’s Code of Conduct
- A positive attitude and willingness to contribute productively to the success of the team and the organization
- An understanding of and commitment to the IYRS’s core competencies of accountability, collaboration, communication, institutional values, and service
- Active participation in efforts geared toward directing and improving the overall operations of IYRS, such as strategic planning, organizational development, and performance improvement
- Commitment to acting as an advocate and ambassador for IYRS
- Sense of ownership and pride in personal performance
- Adherence to all existing IYRS policies and procedures
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newport, RI 02840: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location