Role Overview
The recruitment and enrollment team is responsible for ensuring the communities we serve, and those we seek to serve, are aware of and inspired by who we are and what we do with the ultimate goal that every school is fully enrolled and staffed. In support of this outcome, the Recruiter is responsible for executing BridgePrep Academy strategy for student recruitment by building and maintaining positive relationships with prospective families.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Field Recruitment
- Secure leads and applications through field recruitment efforts. Sample expected activities include :
- Attend community events and informational fairs to inform families and build brand awareness for Bridgeprep Academy
- Execute off-site presentations at daycares, housing authorities, community centers, youth groups, parent networking events, and other community organizations
- Build awareness in the community by participating in grassroots outreach tactics, including canvassing door-to-door and around the neighborhood
- Build relationships with community-based organizations (CBOs) to engage with families in the community
- Coordinate outreach events with community based organizations to table or host information sessions
- Organize and conduct cold calling campaigns
- Provide answers to frequently asked questions and offer in-person & virtual opportunities to see our schools and hear from current parents & staff
- Assist families with completing a paper or online application
- Capture pictures and videos of the school events and manage school communication platforms
Front Office
Ensuring each visitor has the appropriate credentials to enter campus site and to pick up studentsCommunicating with teachers on student pick-upsDirect visitors to appropriate team memberOrganizing essential forms and documents for familiesCopying materials to ensure there is always a supply of all documents at handCommunicating effectively with Campus Team's to ensure all documents for activities, events, etc. are currentMaintaining confidentiality of records as appropriateFamiliarizing with various roles and duties of team membersManaging a list of extensions and ensuring list remains updated throughout the yearProvides school team support as needed. This includes :Recruiting students for the following school year if neededExercise good judgment and excellent customer service :Answering all phone callsGreeting parents, students, visitorsApplicant Nurture
Implement applicant nurture engagements and maintain communication with prospective families throughout the recruitment process converting families from step to step such as lead to applicantTailor outreach messages and content to individual applicants, addressing their unique needs and interestsConduct regular follow-up calls, emails, or messages to answer questions, provide updates, and build a positive applicant experienceTrack applicant interactions, maintain detailed records, and schedule follow-up tasksIdentify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to optimize the applicant nurture experienceIdentify when applicants have become uninterested in BridgePrep Academy and manage the process to re-engage.System Maintenance
Complete application verification calls and update application system as neededEnsure applicant data is accurate and captured in a timely mannerQualifications
Belief and commitment to the missionDelivers exceptional customer serviceExperience working with diverse families and communitiesStrong relationship building skills, with the ability to excite and engage a diverse group of parents, students and community stakeholdersEffective verbal and written communication skillsDesire to continuously learn and evolve as a professionalPhysical Requirements :
Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to moveCompensation :
BridgePrep Academy offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with Experience. BridgePrep Academy is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity.Working Requirements :
The usual job functions require the following physical demands : occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 30% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and / or illness and in a clean atmosphere.Disclaimer :
This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. BridgePrep Academy reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs. The incumbent, if applicable, will be consulted and notified of any changes before they become effective.