Military Outreach Advisor

Description

What if your next job wasn’t just a role, but a place where you truly felt valued, inspired, and empowered? Imagine working for a company that’s dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering others, while fostering a family-like atmosphere that genuinely respects and appreciates every team member. Now, imagine that this company also offers:

• A flexible hybrid work schedule
• Strong, guiding values that drive everything we do
• Outstanding benefits to support your well-being
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

Does that sound like a place where you’d thrive?

If so, keep reading, because this is exactly what Westcliff University is all about. Here’s a glimpse of what makes our culture amazing: At Westcliff, we strive to be the best in all we do, celebrating and supporting each team member as we grow and succeed together. As a global leader in innovative education, we’re known for our transformative, tech-driven programs and our unwavering commitment to excellence, social responsibility, and diversity.

Our tagline – Educate. Inspire. Empower. – perfectly sums up our mission: to create opportunities for students and employees to achieve success through hard work and empowerment. Diversity and inclusion are at our core. At Westcliff, we embrace diversity in every form. Regardless of your race, gender, sexual orientation, family status, religion, ethnicity, national origin, physical ability, veteran status, or age – you belong here.

By joining the Westcliff team, you’ll have the chance to leave your personal mark on a growing institution, helping us shape the future of education while being part of a supportive and innovative community. Ready to feel inspired and appreciated while making a real difference? Apply now, and let’s grow and succeed together!

Military Outreach Advisor 

Westcliff University seeks a Military Outreach Advisor to develop partnerships with military and veteran communities, colleges, and nonprofits to drive enrollment. The advisor will execute outreach activities locally and nationally, deliver presentations, manage recruitment leads, and collaborate internally to support military-affiliated student enrollment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partnership and Outreach: Establish partnerships with military installations, community colleges, and nonprofits. Represent the university at local and national events, job fairs, and conferences. Conduct in-person and virtual outreach presentations to prospective students.
• Lead Management: Proactively engage with recruitment leads, providing personalized support throughout the admissions process. Maintain accurate records using the university’s CRM.
• Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with admissions and marketing teams on outreach strategies, campaigns, and messaging. Regularly report outcomes and recommend improvements based on enrollment trends.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to university policies, ethical standards, and procedures. Maintain current knowledge of military education benefits (e.g., GI Bill®/DOD) and transfer policies, recommending process enhancements as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree OR two years' experience in military/veteran advising, recruitment, or support roles.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for required travel.
• Strong written, verbal, and public speaking skills.
• Effective organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in Google Suites and CRM software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel and attend events, including evenings/weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Veteran or significant military-connected experience (e.g., spouse, dependent).
• Familiarity with higher education and adult learner needs.
• Experience in college/university settings with military populations.
• Knowledge of military culture, ranks, terminology, veteran benefits, and DOD tuition assistance.
• Established local and national military/veteran community network. 

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound.