Associate, Recruitment & Admissions - Career Accelerator New

Associate, Recruitment & Admissions - Career Accelerator United States

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS:

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube . Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states : AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA POSITION TITLE: Associate, Admissions and Enrollment Management -- Career Accelerator Location: Remote Reports To: Director, Admissions and Enrollment Management – Career Accelerator

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Per Scholas seeks an Associate, Admissions and Enrollment Management, to drive the successful enrollment and onboarding of learners across Career Accelerator’s growing portfolio of technical training programs. This role manages an assigned portfolio of accepted learners from offer acceptance through enrollment, ensuring learners complete all required milestones and are fully prepared to begin their programs. You will serve as a trusted point of contact throughout the enrollment journey, providing proactive communication, removing barriers, and delivering a seamless, learner-centered experience. You are a highly organized, results-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by measurable enrollment goals. You build trust quickly, communicate with clarity and consistency, and can effectively manage a high volume of learner interactions while maintaining strong attention to detail. You will maintain accurate learner and pipeline data in Salesforce, proactively identify enrollment risks, and collaborate across Admissions & Enrollment, instructional, operations, and other teams to ensure successful cohort launches. This is an execution-focused role for someone energized by helping learners take the next step toward career mobility while contributing to the growth and operational excellence of Career Accelerator.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Manage an assigned portfolio of accepted learners from offer acceptance through enrollment and program start. Guide learners through required enrollment milestones, including seat acceptance, agreements, documentation, technology, employment, and payment verification. Conduct proactive outreach via phone, email, SMS, and virtual meetings to maintain learner engagement and momentum. Build strong learner relationships and serve as a trusted resource throughout enrollment and onboarding. Respond to learner questions and proactively identify and resolve barriers that may delay enrollment. Monitor learner progress against deadlines and intervene when learners are at risk of missing milestones. Communicate program expectations, requirements, deadlines, next steps, and associated financial, technology, scheduling, and other commitments. Manage learner pipelines to achieve enrollment, seat-fill, and cohort-readiness goals. Monitor pipeline performance, identify risks and gaps, and escalating issues requiring intervention. Participate in daily pipeline reviews and provide insights on enrollment trends and barriers. Support cohort launches by ensuring enrollment and onboarding targets are met. Collaborate with team members to balance portfolios and maintain consistent coverage across programs. Salesforce & Admissions Operations Maintain accurate, timely learner records and pipeline statuses in Salesforce. Document learner activity, enrollment milestones, barriers, and next steps in accordance with established processes. Execute workflows outlined in the Admissions & Enrollment Playbook and use Salesforce to monitor individual and cohort-level progress. Support data integrity and reporting by identifying and resolving discrepancies. Contribute to improvements in admissions and enrollment processes, workflows, and systems. Learner Experience & Cross-Functional Collaboration Deliver a consistent, professional, and learner-centered enrollment experience across Career Accelerator programs. Collaborate with Admissions & Enrollment, Instructional, Operations, Product, Curriculum, and other teams to support successful cohort launches. Communicate learner readiness, enrollment risks, and emerging issues to relevant stakeholders. Share learner insights and recurring barriers to inform improvements to programs, communications, and enrollment processes. Support special projects and operational initiatives that strengthen the learner experience and enrollment outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US

Admissions, Enrollment & Customer Experience 1–3 years of experience in admissions, enrollment, recruiting, customer success, inside sales, student services, workforce development, or a similar customer-facing role preferred. Experience managing a learner or customer portfolio, pipeline, or caseload. Proven ability to build rapport, proactively engage individuals, and work toward measurable goals or performance targets. Communication & Learner Engagement Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build trust and communicate clearly with diverse learners. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and sound judgment when navigating challenging learner interactions. Responsive, proactive, and committed to delivering a high-quality learner experience. Systems & Operational Excellence Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Experience with Salesforce, CRM, student information, or applicant tracking systems preferred. Comfortable using data and technology to manage workflows, maintain accurate records, and execute established processes. Adaptable and improvement-oriented, with the ability to identify opportunities to strengthen processes and systems. Professional & Personal Qualities Goal-oriented, accountable, and motivated by measurable outcomes. Collaborative and effective in a distributed, cross-functional environment. Dependable, proactive, and willing to take ownership through resolution. Mission-driven and committed to advancing economic mobility through education and workforce development.

COMPENSATION

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary range of $45,000 - $50,000 where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides, and alignment with qualifications and experience. Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life! Holidays & PTO: Full-TimePer Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year ). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements. Comprehensive Medical Coverage : Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families. Dental and Vision Insurance : Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums. Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family. Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at View email address on click.appcast.io . We look forward to viewing your application! We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr Per Scholas