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Admissions Advisor (Recruitment) at BRICK… · Newark
Skills
Job Description
OUR MISSION
BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career. By creating a comprehensive network of services, we are righting the wrongs of racial and economic inequality and paving the way for families to forge futures abundant with opportunity, wellness, and joy
OUR VISION
BRICK envisions a world of racial and economic justice, where every child and family has the support they need to learn, achieve, and work towards a fulfilling life of personal and collective prosperity.
To learn more about BRICK, please visit https://www.bricknetworks.org/
Overview
A college degree can be a life-changing ticket to career fulfillment and economic mobility. But for many Gateway U students, working adults, parents, returning citizens, and those navigating systemic barriers, academic success is only one piece of the equation. Gateway U was built to remove those barriers.
As New Jersey’s first hybrid degree pathway site, Gateway U combines flexible, competency-based college programs with high-touch coaching and wraparound support, ensuring students don’t just enroll, but persist, graduate, and thrive. The Academic Advisor (Resource Navigator) plays a critical role in this mission by addressing the non-academic barriers that often prevent students from completing their degrees.
The Role
The Specialized Academic Advisor (Resource Navigator) is a dual-role position that blends academic advising with intensive wraparound support coordination. This advisor will manage a caseload of students, ensuring they are progressing academically while also identifying, addressing, and removing life barriers that impact persistence. This role is ideal for someone who understands that: Students don’t drop out because they can’t learn, they stop out because life gets in the way.
Work Hours/Location
Monday–Friday: 9AM–5PM
Evenings/weekends as needed for student events and community engagement
About the Role
The primary function of this role is student recruitment, outreach, and enrollment support. The Recruitment Advisor will serve as a frontline representative of Gateway U, building relationships with prospective students, community partners, schools, and local organizations to support the recruitment and enrollment of 250 students by May 2027.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, supporting students through the enrollment process, and representing a mission-driven organization in the community.
Key Job functions:
Recruitment (60%)
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Conduct outreach to prospective students through phone calls, text messages, emails, community events, information sessions, and one-on-one meetings
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Build and maintain relationships with high schools, community organizations, workforce partners, and local businesses
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Attend recruitment events including college fairs, tabling events, workshops, and community activations
-
Support recruitment efforts to meet enrollment goals throughout the year
-
Follow up consistently with prospective students to guide them through the admissions and enrollment process
-
Represent Gateway U in a professional, welcoming, and community-centered manner
Enrollment Support (20%)
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Collaborate with the enrollment team to support prospective students through the application and onboarding process
-
Assist students with scheduling information sessions, financial aid meetings, enrollment appointments, and orientations
-
Track student communication and outreach efforts using organizational systems and databases
-
Ensure students receive timely follow-up and support throughout the enrollment journey
Logistics and Operations (15%)
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Support day-to-day student center operations and study space coverage as needed
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Assist with student events, orientations, workshops, and community programming
-
Help maintain a welcoming and organized environment for students and guests
Other (10%)
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Participate in team meetings, professional development, and organizational initiatives
-
Support special projects and additional responsibilities as needed in a growing entrepreneurial organization
Qualifications
Experience
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2–3 years of experience in recruitment, admissions, advising, customer service, outreach, or community engagement preferred
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Experience working directly with students, families, or community members strongly preferred
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Experience with outreach tracking, CRM systems, or data management is a plus
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Bachelor’s degree preferred
Skills
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Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Comfortable using technology platforms, databases, and communication tools
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Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
-
Ability to work independently while also collaborating within a team environment
-
Energetic, proactive, and passionate about helping students access educational opportunities
-
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Success in This Role Looks Like:
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Recruit 100 eligible students by August 2026
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Recruit 75 eligible students by January 2027
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Recruit 75 eligible students by May 2027
-
Consistently maintain communication and follow-up with prospective students throughout the recruitment process
-
Maintain strong relationships with schools, community organizations, and workforce partners to support recruitment efforts
-
Represent Gateway U professionally within the community and at recruitment events
-
Contribute to a welcoming and student-centered enrollment experience that supports student persistence and engagement
About Gateway U
Gateway U aims to:
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Achieve a 70% on-time graduation rate
-
Cut college debt in half
-
Ensure 70% of graduates secure living-wage jobs in Newark
We do this by combining:
-
Flexible, competency-based college programs
-
High-touch coaching
-
A physical student center and community
-
Robust wraparound supports
Since launching in 2022, Gateway U students are already graduating at more than twice the county average, and avoiding significant student debt.
Why This Role Matters: At Gateway U, we believe: Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not. This role exists to close that gap.
OUR MISSION
BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career. By creating a comprehensive network of services, we are righting the wrongs of racial and economic inequality and paving the way for families to forge futures abundant with opportunity, wellness, and joy
OUR VISION
BRICK envisions a world of racial and economic justice, where every child and family has the support they need to learn, achieve, and work towards a fulfilling life of personal and collective prosperity.
To learn more about BRICK, please visit https://www.bricknetworks.org/
Overview
A college degree can be a life-changing ticket to career fulfillment and economic mobility. But for many Gateway U students, working adults, parents, returning citizens, and those navigating systemic barriers, academic success is only one piece of the equation. Gateway U was built to remove those barriers.
As New Jersey’s first hybrid degree pathway site, Gateway U combines flexible, competency-based college programs with high-touch coaching and wraparound support, ensuring students don’t just enroll, but persist, graduate, and thrive. The Academic Advisor (Resource Navigator) plays a critical role in this mission by addressing the non-academic barriers that often prevent students from completing their degrees.
The Role
The Specialized Academic Advisor (Resource Navigator) is a dual-role position that blends academic advising with intensive wraparound support coordination. This advisor will manage a caseload of students, ensuring they are progressing academically while also identifying, addressing, and removing life barriers that impact persistence. This role is ideal for someone who understands that: Students don’t drop out because they can’t learn, they stop out because life gets in the way.
Work Hours/Location
Monday–Friday: 9AM–5PM
Evenings/weekends as needed for student events and community engagement
About the Role
The primary function of this role is student recruitment, outreach, and enrollment support. The Recruitment Advisor will serve as a frontline representative of Gateway U, building relationships with prospective students, community partners, schools, and local organizations to support the recruitment and enrollment of 250 students by May 2027.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, supporting students through the enrollment process, and representing a mission-driven organization in the community.
Key Job functions:
Recruitment (60%)
-
Conduct outreach to prospective students through phone calls, text messages, emails, community events, information sessions, and one-on-one meetings
-
Build and maintain relationships with high schools, community organizations, workforce partners, and local businesses
-
Attend recruitment events including college fairs, tabling events, workshops, and community activations
-
Support recruitment efforts to meet enrollment goals throughout the year
-
Follow up consistently with prospective students to guide them through the admissions and enrollment process
-
Represent Gateway U in a professional, welcoming, and community-centered manner
Enrollment Support (20%)
-
Collaborate with the enrollment team to support prospective students through the application and onboarding process
-
Assist students with scheduling information sessions, financial aid meetings, enrollment appointments, and orientations
-
Track student communication and outreach efforts using organizational systems and databases
-
Ensure students receive timely follow-up and support throughout the enrollment journey
Logistics and Operations (15%)
-
Support day-to-day student center operations and study space coverage as needed
-
Assist with student events, orientations, workshops, and community programming
-
Help maintain a welcoming and organized environment for students and guests
Other (10%)
-
Participate in team meetings, professional development, and organizational initiatives
-
Support special projects and additional responsibilities as needed in a growing entrepreneurial organization
Qualifications
Experience
-
2–3 years of experience in recruitment, admissions, advising, customer service, outreach, or community engagement preferred
-
Experience working directly with students, families, or community members strongly preferred
-
Experience with outreach tracking, CRM systems, or data management is a plus
-
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Skills
-
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-
Comfortable using technology platforms, databases, and communication tools
-
Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
-
Ability to work independently while also collaborating within a team environment
-
Energetic, proactive, and passionate about helping students access educational opportunities
-
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Success in This Role Looks Like:
-
Recruit 100 eligible students by August 2026
-
Recruit 75 eligible students by January 2027
-
Recruit 75 eligible students by May 2027
-
Consistently maintain communication and follow-up with prospective students throughout the recruitment process
-
Maintain strong relationships with schools, community organizations, and workforce partners to support recruitment efforts
-
Represent Gateway U professionally within the community and at recruitment events
-
Contribute to a welcoming and student-centered enrollment experience that supports student persistence and engagement
About Gateway U
Gateway U aims to:
-
Achieve a 70% on-time graduation rate
-
Cut college debt in half
-
Ensure 70% of graduates secure living-wage jobs in Newark
We do this by combining:
-
Flexible, competency-based college programs
-
High-touch coaching
-
A physical student center and community
-
Robust wraparound supports
Since launching in 2022, Gateway U students are already graduating at more than twice the county average, and avoiding significant student debt.
Why This Role Matters: At Gateway U, we believe: Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not. This role exists to close that gap.
OUR MISSION BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career. By creating a comprehensive network of services, we are righting the wrongs of racial and economic inequality and paving the way for families to forge futures abundant with opportunity, wellness, and joy OUR VISION BRICK envisions a world of racial and economic justice, where every child and family has the support they need to learn, achieve, and work towards a fulfilling life of personal and collective prosperity. To learn more about BRICK, please visit https://www.bricknetworks.org/ Overview A college degree can be a life-changing ticket to career fulfillment and economic mobility. But for many Gateway U students, working adults, parents, returning citizens, and those navigating systemic barriers, academic success is only one piece of the equation. Gateway U was built to remove those barriers. As New Jersey’s first hybrid degree pathway site, Gateway U combines flexible, competency-based college programs with high-touch coaching and wraparound support, ensuring students don’t just enroll, but persist, graduate, and thrive. The Academic Advisor (Resource Navigator) plays a critical role in this mission by addressing the non-academic barriers that often prevent students from completing their degrees. The Role The Specialized Academic Advisor (Resource Navigator) is a dual-role position that blends academic advising with intensive wraparound support coordination. This advisor will manage a caseload of students, ensuring they are progressing academically while also identifying, addressing, and removing life barriers that impact persistence. This role is ideal for someone who understands that: Students don’t drop out because they can’t learn, they stop out because life gets in the way. Key Responsibilities 1. Academic Advising & Coaching (50%) Manage a caseload of students to ensure consistent academic progress Build strong, trust-based relationships with students to support persistence and completion Monitor daily and weekly student progress data to identify intervention points Meet with students (in-person, virtual, or phone) to: Set goals Review academic projects Provide feedback and accountability Support students in navigating the competency-based SNHU model Collaborate with the advising team to problem-solve barriers to academic progress Analyze trends across caseloads and implement strategies to improve outcomes 2. Resource Navigation & Wraparound Support (50%) Serve as the primary Resource Navigator for assigned students: Conduct holistic student assessments to identify barriers (housing, childcare, employment, transportation, technology, mental health, etc.) Develop individualized student success plans that address both academic and life needs Connect students to internal and external resources (public benefits, workforce programs, childcare providers, mental health services, etc.) Build and maintain relationships with community-based organizations, service providers, and referral partners across Newark Track student progress against their support plans and provide ongoing follow-up and accountability Advocate for students navigating complex systems (financial aid, public assistance, re-entry services, etc.) Support students through crisis intervention and escalation when needed Maintain accurate documentation of services, referrals, and outcomes 3. Logistics & Operations (10%) Support daily operations of the student center (study spaces, student engagement) Assist with workshops, orientations, and student programming 4. Other (Flexible/Entrepreneurial Work) Participate in community engagement efforts Support recruitment and enrollment as needed Take on additional responsibilities aligned with Gateway U’s growth About You You are deeply committed to educational equity and community impact and understand that student success requires more than academics. You are: A relationship builder who meets students where they are A problem-solver who can navigate complex systems Community-rooted and knowledgeable about local resources Energized by working in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup environmen Experience 3+ years of experience (academic advising, case management, social work, education, workforce development, or similar) Experience managing a caseload of students or clients Experience connecting individuals to resources and support services strongly preferred Bachelor’s degree required Skills Strong assessment and case management skills Ability to create and track individualized support plans Excellent relationship-building and communication skills Data-driven mindset with strong organizational skills Ability to navigate ambiguity and problem-solve in real time Comfort with technology platforms and student data systems Success in This Role Looks Like: Academic Goals 80% of students on your caseload are on track to master 8 projects by the end of their current term. 80% of students on your caseload are on track to graduate within 3 years. 70% of students on your caseload persist to the consecutive term. 0% of your caseload receive pell recalculations Engagement Goals The Academic Department will host two events annually, achieving at least 75% attendance from active students. Resource Goals 100% of actively enrolled students have a profile within Salesforce. 70% of actively enrolled students grow at least one step up within one year 48-hour response time for triage; 5 business days to provide a solution.
Salary, Goals and Employment Period
· Salary Range: Based Upon Experience / Performance Contract
· Employment Period: Twelve Months/Eleven Months
· Fringe Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401 K (BRICK, SWPN, Buffalo)