As an Inside Student Recruiter at Arclabs Welding School, your role is to connect individuals—primarily adult learners and non-traditional students—with hands-on career training in the welding industry. You'll play a vital part in helping people take the next step toward a rewarding career by guiding them through the admissions process with empathy, professionalism, and a strong understanding of our programs.
Inside recruiters work primarily from campus and focus on enrolling individuals who are not current-year high school graduates, including working adults, career changers, veterans, and those seeking a second chance at a skilled trade career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the first point of contact for adult and non-traditional prospective students.
- Conduct phone calls, campus tours, and admissions interviews to evaluate applicants' interests and explain Arclabs’ program offerings.
- Guide prospective students through the enrollment process—including application steps, financial aid referrals, and preparation for start dates.
- Follow up with prospective students via phone, text, email, and in-person meetings to maintain engagement and encourage enrollment.
- Represent Arclabs at job fairs, workforce development meetings, and adult education outreach events when needed.
- Coordinate appointments and referrals with SC Works, Adult Education Centers, Veterans Affairs, and similar community agencies.
- Assist the Campus Director in preparing for and scheduling outreach events and meetings with external partners.
- Maintain accurate documentation in the CRM system and provide weekly reports on leads, conversions, and outreach activities.
- Uphold ethical recruiting standards and comply with ACCET accreditation and Arclabs policies.
- Meet or exceed individual enrollment targets and contribute to campus enrollment goals.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- At least 2 years of experience in customer service, admissions, sales, or outreach roles.
- Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with diverse populations, especially adult learners seeking career transition.
- Comfortable presenting to individuals or small groups in a professional setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); CRM experience is a plus.
- Energetic, organized, and goal-oriented with strong follow-up skills.
- Must be able to work occasional evening or weekend hours for events or student meetings.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Key Competencies:
- Customer-first mindset
- Ethical and professional demeanor
- Reliable and self-motivated
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Positive attitude and team spirit