The Student Outreach Specialist serves as the “boots on the ground” recruiter for TCAT Pulaski, working directly with prospective students, parents, high school staff, and community partners to promote programs and assist individuals through the enrollment process. This position focuses on building relationships, increasing awareness, and guiding students from initial interest to enrollment.
Application Deadline
02/13/2026
Required Qualifications
- Graduation from a standard high school or post-secondary training in an appropriate field and evidence of work experience to perform the work successfully.
- Experience in recruitment, advising, sales, or community outreach.
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-secondary education preferred.
- Experience in an educational setting.
- Experience with Banner student management software.
Responsibilities
- Actively recruit prospective students through school visits, career fairs, community events, and one-on-one meetings.
- Build and maintain relationships with high school counselors, CTE directors, and community organizations.
- Present TCAT Pulaski programs and opportunities to students, parents, and civic groups.
- Provide guidance to prospective students on admissions requirements, financial aid, and program pathways.
- Assist individuals with application completion and follow-up through the enrollment process.
- Track and report recruitment activities, prospective student interactions, and conversion outcomes.
- Coordinate campus tours, open houses, and preview events for prospective students and families.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to highlight specific program strengths and success stories. Share feedback from the field with the Marketing & Communications Coordinator to improve messaging.
- Represent TCAT Pulaski in a professional and engaging manner at all times.
Skills
- Strong communication and public speaking skills.
- Ability to build rapport with diverse audiences, including high school students, adults, and parents.
- Aptitude for analyzing student data for reporting.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage time effectively and travel within the region.
Salary Range
commensurate with TBR guidelines