Recruitment & Enrollment Manager

Position Title: Recruitment and Enrollment Manager 

Position Type: Full-time, Hybrid 

Location: Miami 

Start: March 2025

Salary: $65,000

About America On Tech: 

America On Tech is an award-winning, early pipeline technology talent accelerator on a mission to prepare the next generation of technology leaders from underestimated communities . To date, we have worked with 5,000 and have provided them with our tuition-free courses and help provide work-based internship and learning programs to promote the advancement of underestimated students into technology pathways. Founded in 2014, AOT’s work has been featured in Forbes, CNN, The Huffington Post, TechCrunch, BET and other leading publications. AOT has also been awarded by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Wells Fargo.

Who We Are Looking For: 

​We are looking for a Recruitment and Enrollment Manager who will work closely with regional program teams to lead student recruitment and enrollment year-round. The ideal Recruitment and Enrollment Manager is excited about sharing AOT’s opportunities and is able to ensure a seamless student experience from application to graduation.   

This is a great opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic professional looking to help shape the vision of a promising non-profit and who is inspired by the potential of students. Successful candidates for this role are creative, solutions-oriented, data loving, entrepreneurial and passionate about connecting with students and key community constituents. The ideal candidate is able to balance systems and big-picture thinking with the operationalization of tasks and an eye for detail.

The Recruitment and Enrollment Manager will report to the National Director of High School Programs. 

Key Responsibilities:

Digital Recruitment and Enrollment:

• Design and implement digital recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of high school students for AOT programs across Los Angeles, Miami, and Atlanta which include email campaigns/outreach, virtual information sessions, etc.
• Manage the entire enrollment process, including application review, communication with applicants, and ensuring all necessary documentation is collected.
• Act as the primary point of contact for prospective students and families, addressing inquiries and providing guidance throughout the enrollment process.
• Develop and maintain an engaging online presence through social media, email campaigns, and other digital platforms to promote AOT programs.
• Analyze enrollment data to identify trends and make recommendations for improving recruitment efforts.
• Maintain and update Salesforce to track recruitment and enrollment metrics, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.

Support for Regional Teams:

• Collaborate with regional program teams to understand their specific recruitment needs and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Identify and recommend in-person recruitment opportunities in each region, such as school visits, community events, and partner engagements.
• Provide materials, training, and support to regional teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding in all recruitment efforts.
• Serve as a liaison between the national and regional teams to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and outcomes.
• Attend Miami-based in-person recruitment activities as needed, including school visits, community events, and partner engagements.

Recruitment Strategy and Evaluation:

• Develop and execute an annual recruitment and enrollment plan, aligned with organizational goals and regional program needs.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment strategies, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Prepare regular reports on recruitment and enrollment progress for leadership, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
• Stay informed on trends in student recruitment and enrollment to bring innovative approaches to AOT’s processes.

General and Cross-Functional Support:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling content and campaigns to support recruitment goals.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure recruitment efforts are integrated with broader organizational initiatives.
• Support other recruitment or program-related projects as needed to meet organizational objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field. Equivalent experience may also be considered.
• At least 3 years of experience in student recruitment, enrollment management, admissions, community outreach, or a similar role.
• Experience working with high school students and/or in an educational or nonprofit environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in using data systems or CRMs (preferably Salesforce) to track and analyze recruitment and enrollment data.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students, families, and community partners.
• Skilled in public speaking and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including students, families, schools, and community organizations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to operationalize tasks.
• Ability to develop and implement creative, solutions-oriented recruitment strategies tailored to diverse student populations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace tools.
• Familiarity with marketing tools (e.g., email campaigns, social media) is a plus.
• Passionate about the potential of students and inspired by AOT’s mission and values.
• Self-motivated, solutions-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Sensitivity to and respect for diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities, with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Openness to feedback, learning, and continuous improvement in recruitment and enrollment practices.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to accommodate recruitment events and program schedules.
• Able to commit to a hybrid work schedule which currently entails 1 required full day/week in office in addition to other in-person programming needs (in-person program sessions, recruitment events, program events, etc.).
• Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish is preferred but not required.

Benefits of Working at America On Tech:

• Hybrid work model (1 day in-person with additional in-person time required for in-person student and/or recruitment events; these will be scheduled and communicated in advance as much as possible)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• 20 paid vacation days per year
• 2 week holiday vacation at the end of the year 
• 10 organizational holidays per year
• 1 PTO day for your birthday
• 56 hours of paid sick time
• 6% 401K Match (after one year)

All applicants will be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.