Regional Recruitment Counselor

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide is currently accepting applications for a Regional Student Recruitment Counselor (RC) position within the University's Enrollment Management department. The RC is primarily responsible for prospective student engagement through in-person, virtual, phone, email and text outreach, utilizing multiple resources and tools throughout their day to dayactivities. Part of this responsibility includes providing the civilian and military sectors with relevant information regarding University programs and services. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining relationships with prospective students through application; assisting prospective students inquiring about various educational opportunities available through the Worldwide/Online Campus; managing projects as assigned; and assisting other recruitment teams as needed. This position supports excellence in student services at every opportunity and seeks to continuously maintain a healthy relationship with university, military, and corporate affiliations.

Candidate selected for this role will need to reside in New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Indiana, Ohio, or Michigan since they will manage this territory.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
• Tuition Coverage:Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions:ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off:Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Required Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, some college preferred

• 1-3 years of related experience

Job Roles and Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in developing a regional strategy to represent the University in a variety of forums and to meet and recruit prospective students Select and recruit at local, regional and national college, transfer and military fairs
• Select, arrange and visit community colleges, local industry partners and dual enrollment locations
• Conduct University presentations (virtually and in-person) to individuals and groups of prospective students and businesses
• Evaluate the effectiveness of all recruitment and engagement activities and events
• Maintain contact with prospective students and leads through phone, email, Salesforce (CRM), and Marketing materials to provide career and/or pre-college counseling
• Serve as a brand ambassador in messaging and public relations functions of the university
• Participate in appropriate local events to establish contacts, promote programs, and recruit students and faculty
• Foster relationships with appropriate contacts to include, Education Service Officers (ESO) (where applicable), Human Resource Managers, Training Managers, and Enrollment/Marketing liaisons, as applicable
• Work closely with the Assistant Director of Student Recruitment (ADR), and other departments within Enrollment Management, to ensure coordination of all recruitment and admissions activities
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate a willingness to seek guidance and direction as necessary for the performance of duties.
• Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail to ensure a high degree of accuracy of all content.
• Ensure that all University and department policies and procedures are followed Occasional lifting between 40-50 pounds.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Analytical skills with an in-depth knowledge of information systems and technical expertise with Microsoft operating systems, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook/email, and Internet end-user applications

• Excellent customer service skills

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Marketing/advertising experience

• Prior experience in higher education administration, marketing, and/or counseling

• Aviation experience

This position will require travel time away from the office/home. May work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as required.

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R310467. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

Cover letter

Full Resume

Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees:Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

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