Admissions​/Outreach and Career Transition Director

• Full-time
• Job Title:
  
  Mgr, Outreach & Admissions (201536)
• State
  
  Location:
  
  OH

Our Job Corps programs provide life‑changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

The Director of Admissions & Career Transitions provides strategic leadership, oversight, and operational management of all functions related to student recruitment, enrollment, retention, placement. and post‑program support within the Job Corps program. This role ensures an efficient and compliant experience from applicant outreach through graduate career transition. The Director is responsible for meeting organizational goals, maintaining adherence to all DOL, Center, and Equus Workforce Solutions requirements, and driving high‑quality outcomes for students and staff.

Leads by example through leadership values

Promotes the company mission, vision, values, and brand

Develops and maintains strong relationships with funders, staff, partners and employers

Organize and facilitate Community Relations Council (CRC) meetings through community engagement,partnership development, and program visibility.

Fosters a positive, inclusive and accountable culture

Establishes a motivational, collaborative, and innovative work environment that fosters excellent customer experience and results

Provide ongoing training and communication to ensure staff are always up to date on new processes and changes.

Ensures compliance to meet or exceed expectations.

Maintains community relationships within the City of Cleveland and surrounding areas.

Responsible for meeting the goals and objectives outlined in the contract.

Ensures all laws, rules and regulations are followed as outlined by the contract.

Ensures a positive guest experience.

Performs quality assurance monitoring.

Fosters a positive culture.

Ensures proper practices regarding record keeping, control systems, and reporting. Develop and implement strategic plans for Admissions and Career Transition operations to meet or exceed departmental and center goals.

Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability for staff responsible for outreach, enrollment, placement, and post‑program services.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, DOL, and organizational policies and procedures.

Monitor departmental performance metrics and provide continuous improvement strategies

Lead and expand community outreach initiatives to increase program visibility and attract eligible youth.

Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, schools, agencies, American Job Centers, workforce boards, and local employers.

Oversee the development of outreach strategies, materials, events, and presentations to effectively communicate Job Corps program benefits.

Ensure staff conduct consistent, high‑quality outreach aligned with recruitment goals and compliance standards.

Monitor outreach performance and adjust strategies to maximize applicant interest and enrollment outcomes.

Admissions Oversight

Guide recruitment initiatives to attract eligible youth through community partnerships, agencies, American Job Centers, and public events.

Oversee applicant orientations, interviews, and enrollment assessments, ensuring quality interactions and compliance with parental/guardian involvement requirements when applicable.

Manage all applicant documentation processes—data entry integrity, scanning, quality assurance, and procedural adherence.

Coordinate onboarding logistics, including travel and center placement, ensuring a smooth transition for incoming students.

Direct assessment…