Admissions & Enrollment Recruiter

Admissions & Enrollment Recruiter

Founded in 1898, Fork Union Military Academy (FUMA) is a Christian, military-structured boarding and day school serving young men in grades 7–12 and postgraduate studies. Located in the beautiful central Virginia region near Charlottesville, Richmond, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, FUMA provides a college preparatory education focused on leadership, character, discipline, and personal growth. Our cadets come from across the United States and around the world.

Fork Union Military Academy is seeking an energetic, people-focused Admissions & Enrollment Recruiter who thrives on building relationships, connecting with families, and helping young men find an environment where they can succeed academically, personally, and as leaders. This position plays a key role in growing Academy enrollment and sharing the mission and values of FUMA with prospective families.

The ideal candidate is comfortable communicating with families, following up with prospective students, attending recruitment events, and creating a positive first impression of the Academy. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys relationship-building, outreach, and working in a mission-driven educational environment.

This is a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Director of Enrollment Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit mission-appropriate students through outreach, relationship-building, and strategic follow-up


• Guide prospective families through every phase of the admissions and enrollment process


• Conduct campus tours and coordinate the Cadet Tour Guide Program


• Review applications and assist in evaluating admission eligibility


• Support reenrollment and retention initiatives


• Represent FUMA at recruitment events, school fairs, community events, and related activities


• Assist with Open House, Revisit Days, and other enrollment programs


• Maintain admissions materials, records, and office support functions


• Collaborate with Academy leadership and staff to achieve enrollment goals


• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and demonstrate strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working with students and families is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and enrollment management software.

The successful candidate will have the ability to build lasting relationships with prospective students, parents, alumni, and colleagues while supporting the mission and values of Fork Union Military Academy. Experience in a boarding school, military school, or independent school environment is beneficial, but not required.

Benefits

Fork Union Military Academy offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, participation in a 403(b) retirement plan, Paid Time Off, professional development opportunities, and access to campus amenities.

Join us in shaping the next generation of leaders at Fork Union Military Academy.