What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Representative position at Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA)?
PITTSBURGH INSTITUTE OF AERONAUTICS, founded in 1929, is a nationwide leader in aviation maintenance and electronics training and is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Admissions Representative at our Youngstown Campus to set appointments with prospective students; conduct tours; present accurate information in accordance with school’s accrediting standards; guide students through enrollment process; follow up with enrollments to ensure the preparation to begin classes; and, participate in open houses. This position may require travel to local area high schools, career fairs, and community events to present information on an education in aviation.
Pay Range: $42,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with prospective students, high schools, counselors, and the community at large.
- Schedule campus tours by contacting leads by phone, text, email, or mail.
- Utilize CRM (Salesforce) to follow up with leads daily, weekly, and monthly.
- Multitask with a dynamic office team.
- Represent PIA at career days, career fairs, Air Shows, and community events as needed.
- Provide up-to-date materials and information regarding PIA and its programs to prospective students.
- Assist other admissions representatives with information calls and follow-up when schedule permits
- Conduct lead-generating communication and follow-ups.
- Occasional booking of presentations via email, telephone, or in person and provide support for classroom presentations when necessary: Present a PowerPoint on the Aviation Industry and PIA at the campus Open House and other events.
- Travel to Pittsburgh and/or other locations up to 25% of the time.
Knowledge, Skills & Traits:
- Motivated self-starter with ability to coordinate and schedule tours, field trips, and other campus activities.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Comfort with the use of technology, including laptops, projectors, presentation software, and databases.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with personnel of high schools, other secondary schools, and the community.
- Ability to complete tasks and paperwork in a timely and organized manner
- Persistence in following leads and developing relationships
- Consistent interpersonal, phone, and community outreach communication skills including public speaking to large and small groups.
- Proficiency in PowerPoint/presentation software and computer (PC) skills are required.
- Must meet established performance goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Prior experience in school admissions, teaching, and/or sales is preferred.
- Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
- Occasional overnight (reimbursable) travel will be required.
- Experience using Salesforce or other CRM is a plus.
- Ability to obtain FBI clearances in Pennsylvania
- Ability to obtain clearances to access schools in Pennsylvania
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- 401K with company match
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
Salary : $42,000 - $47,000