Impactful Youth Admissions Recruiter Job Bremerton area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

Work that matters and lasts a lifetime!

At the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy, we empower participants to embrace responsibility, achievement, and positive behavior. Our mission is to provide a highly disciplined, safe and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational levels and employment potential and become responsible and productive Washingtonians.

If our mission resonates with you, we invite you toapply for the position of Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy (WYCA) Recruiting & Admissions Specialist, where you will work in a diverse, inclusive, team-oriented environment while helping at-risk youth get their lives back on track.

This position reports directly to the WYCA Recruiting, Admissions & Placement Coordinator and is responsible for assisting with developing and maintaining an effective recruiting and admissions program to ensure that the WYCA is a recognized and respected educational option for at-risk youth in the State of Washington.

Click on the video below to see some of our amazing Cadets!

This job posting has been reopened and will remain open until filled. Applicants who have previously applied, do not need to reapply. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and will be on-going. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit their application materials as early as possible. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time.

This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.

Proficiency in Spanish is desired but not required.
This position is also eligible for on-site, 24/7 facility premium pay of 5%.

ABOUT THE YOUTH CHALLENGE PROGRAM

Who we are:

The WYCA was established under the authority and guidelines of the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program. This is a voluntary program which includes a 22-week residential phase followed by a 24-month post-residential phase. The National Guard ChalleNGe Program is one of the most successful alternative education programs designed for high school dropouts or youth that are not progressing in a traditional high school setting and has graduated over 215,000+ Cadets to date.

To learn more about the Washington Military Department and the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy visit www.mil.wa.gov/youth-academy

What makes WYCA a great place to work?

Work that matters-building character, enriching lives, one Cadet at a time!
Leadership thatempowersandsupports employees
A comprehensive benefit packagethat includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.
Tuition Discount!Washington State Employees are eligible for a10% tuition discountwith Western Governors University (WGU)for Bachelor's & Master's Degree programs in Business;
Information Technology;
Healthcare and Education.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Support foremployee growth and development

Some of what you'll be doing:

Assist with developing and maintaining an effective recruiting and advertising program to ensure that the WYCA is a recognized and respected educational option for at-risk youth in the State of Washington. This includes high-volume recruiting duties and weekly travel (utilizing a state vehicle) during peak periods of the year (approximately 8 months out of the year). Travel will consist of trips to and from the WYCA campus to rural and urban areas throughout WA state (to include the following areas:
King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom, Clallam, Jefferson and Kitsap counties, as well as North of I-90 to Spokane) to conduct recruiting events usingpromotional videos and written marketing materials. Role includes periodic multi-day and overnight travel.

Job duties also include developing and deliveringpresentations/training about the WYCA program to youth, stakeholders and diverseaudiences.

Ensure all required youth application documents are accurate, complete, and meet all program requirements prior to the in-processing start date. This includesmanaging high-volume admissions operations during peak periods of the year (approximately 4 months out of the year). Requires managing large-scale application processing, data tracking, and pro-active engagement applicants and families.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor's or higher-level degree

OR

Experience in casework; counseling; social services; teaching; marketing; public relations; human resource management; planning; directing…