Specialist - Recruitment and Admissions FT (33552)

Job Details Job Title: Recruitment and Admissions Specialist Location: The Neighborhood Place – 3014 Rivas St., San Antonio, TX 78228 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4‑Year Degree Salary Range: $46,264.50 – $50,973.75 Salary Travel Percentage: Various Goodwill locations Shift: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Job Category: Admin – Clerical Position Summary The Recruitment and Admissions Specialist connects individuals with career training, education, and employment opportunities offered through Goodwill San Antonio's Academy and Career Services. This role encompasses community outreach, relationship cultivation, eligibility screening, and comprehensive enrollment support, helping individuals transition into educational and job‑seeking pathways. Responsibilities Uphold and model Goodwill’s mission, core values, and servant leadership philosophy. Support the development and execution of strategic, data‑driven outreach and recruitment initiatives to meet or exceed fill‑rates, monthly, quarterly, and annual enrollment targets. Represent Goodwill programs at public events, career fairs, school visits, and resource fairs to generate awareness and foster community engagement. Build and maintain strong referral relationships with community‑based organizations, workforce partners, and education/training providers. Maintain an up‑to‑date network of stakeholders and referral sources and serve as a program ambassador within the community. Track recruitment activities and analyze engagement data to refine strategies and improve return from various outreach modes. Provide timely follow‑up to individuals who express interest, schedule appointments to complete assessments, intake, and enrollment processes. Maintain current knowledge of program offerings, schedules, and requirements to effectively communicate options to prospective students. Conduct pre‑screening interviews to determine eligibility, assess readiness, motivation, and alignment of participant goals with available services. Facilitate intake appointments and conduct needs assessments to identify potential barriers and service needs, using a student success plan and collecting and documenting required documentation in the system of record. Connect participants with the Student Success Coach and/or Career Services Specialist to assist with resources such as transportation, credentialing, and third‑party assistance as needed. Guide and nurture relationships with prospective participants through the full admissions process, including application support, financial sponsorship facilitation, and coordination of medical and testing requirements. Ensure accurate and timely completion of enrollment paperwork, assessments, student tracking entries, and case notes in the participant database. Lead or support orientation sessions and serve as the primary liaison for newly enrolled participants. Serve as a cross‑functional team member, collaborating with program, student success coach and career services staff to ensure an integrated, participant‑centered experience from recruitment through retention. Serve as a back‑up for other staff functions as needed to ensure seamless operations and service delivery. Maintain schedule flexibility, including occasional evenings or weekends, to support community engagement needs. Perform other duties as assigned to accommodate business needs and objectives. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (equivalent experience may be considered). 1–3 years of experience in outreach, admissions, case management, recruiting, or workforce development. Demonstrated experience in relationship‑building, community engagement, and participant coaching. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present to diverse audiences. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Comfort working in data systems and using technology to track and analyze outreach/enrollment performance. Experience working with populations who face systemic barriers to employment and education is highly desirable. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required. Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including event setup and extended standing during outreach events. Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for community‑based work. Equal Opportunity Employer | Veterans | Disabled This is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Goodwill San Antonio