Admissions Advisor

Campus Location:  2331 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518

Compensation: Up to $30/hour, based on experience and qualifications

Make a Difference. Build Careers.

The best careers aren't just about hitting goals—they're about helping people achieve theirs. If you enjoy building relationships, guiding others through important decisions, and celebrating life-changing successes, you'll find purpose in this role.

At Tidewater Tech, our Admissions Representatives serve as trusted advisors to prospective students exploring careers in the skilled trades. Every conversation is an opportunity to help someone discover a new path through training in Automotive Technology, HVAC, or Welding. From the first inquiry through enrollment, you'll educate, encourage, and support students as they take the first step toward a rewarding career.

Success in this position comes from combining consultative sales, customer service, and strong communication skills with a genuine passion for helping others. Whether your background is in inside sales, admissions, recruiting, account management, or customer success, you'll have the opportunity to make a measurable impact—both in the lives of your students and through your own performance.

If you're looking for a career where you can achieve meaningful goals while helping others build a brighter future, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

This is a high-energy, high-impact role. You’ll own the full student journey — from the very first phone call to enrollment day — and you’ll do it with urgency, warmth, and a relentless drive to hit your goals.

• Connect with prospective students through phone, email, and in-person or virtual meetings — and bring genuine enthusiasm to every interaction


• Assess each student’s goals and eligibility, then champion the program that fits them best


• Drive the full admissions cycle: inquiry, appointment setting, interviews, application completion, documentation, and enrollment


• Hit and exceed enrollment KPIs — outreach volume, contact-to-appointment conversion, application completion, and closing ratios — because you hold yourself to a high standard


• Follow up with persistence and care — life gets in the way for students; you don’t let a good fit slip through the cracks


• Represent TTT at open houses, career fairs, and community events with the energy and pride of someone who truly believes in what we offer

Who You Are

We’re not just looking for someone who can do this job. We’re looking for someone who will own it. The right person for this role:

• Gets genuinely excited about helping people — this isn’t just a talking point for you, it’s the reason you show up


• Thrives in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment and brings positive energy to the team even on tough days


• Has a proven track record in sales or customer service — you know what it means to work toward a number and you take pride in hitting it


• Communicates with warmth, clarity, and confidence across diverse audiences


• Takes initiative — you don’t wait to be told what to do; you see what needs to happen and you make it happen


• Stays organized and follows through — prospective students are counting on you, and you don’t let them down

 Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required


• Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Experience

• Proven experience in sales or customer service with a record of meeting or exceeding KPIs such as conversion rates, outreach goals, and closing ratios


• One or more years of admissions experience in a proprietary (for-profit) post-secondary educational setting preferred

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect with diverse audiences


• Excellent time management and the ability to multitask effectively in a high-volume environment


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable learning new CRM and enrollment management systems

Work Schedule: 

• Monday - Thursday:
  
  
  
  • Two days: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  
  
  • Two days: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm 
  
  
  
  


• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM


• Rotating Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

What We Offer: 

The compensation for this position pays up to $30.00/hour based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:   

• 401(k) and Matching: Secure your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.  


• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy Health, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.  


• Life Insurance: Peace of mind with life insurance options.  


• Parental Leave: Support for new parents during important life transitions.  


• Paid Time Off: Recharge with paid time off to promote work-life balance.  


• Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.  


• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with financial support for further education.  

We are committed to providing a rewarding compensation package that supports both your professional growth and personal well-being.