Admissions Counselor

Summary: Ensures that the Job Corps program maintains a positive public image, strong community and employer partnerships, a pool of eligible and committed applicants, and full utilization of Job Corps training opportunities at assigned centers. Complies with established safety, security, quality, and operations policies, procedures, and practices. Assists in the development and implementation of the outreach/public education plan to achieve and maintain overall design capacity and describes public education and outreach methods, activities, events, and linkages. Works cooperatively with schools, social service agencies, Youth Opportunity Grantees, One-Stop centers, youth councils, youth programs, other employment and training programs, National Training Contractors (NTCs), NJCA members, state vocational rehabilitation agencies, associations, and other appropriate organizations to promote referral of applicants who are eligible to participate in the Job Corps program. Establishes working relationships and partnerships, including membership where appropriate, with One-Stop centers, state and local workforce investment boards, youth councils that operate as part of local boards, and other local employment and training programs for youth. Conducts outreach, recruitment, essential admission requirement determination, and admissions functions. Qualifications/Experience: Bachelor’s degree or four-year experience working with youth. One year experience in sales, marketing, or counseling related services. Valid State Driver’s License with clean driving record. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access). Excellent communication skills. Travel required. #J-18808-Ljbffr