Chugach Government Solutions logo
Chugach Government Solutions

Admissions Counselor / Student Recruitment

Gulfport, MS

Salary Not AvailableFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Description

About Us:
When you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.
The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields – each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.
At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!
If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences – then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!
Position Location:
This position will be located onsite in Gulfport, Mississippi,
Job Overview:
"At Gulfport Job Corps Center, we’re looking for an energetic, compassionate, and driven Admissions Counselor to help connect young adults with education, career training, and a brighter future. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships, encouraging others, and making a real impact in their community.
For over 60 years, Job Corps has helped young people ages 16-24 achieve successful careers in some the country's fastest-growing industries. Administered by the U.S. Department of Labor, Job Corps is a part of the nation's largest career technical training and education program.
The salary for this position is $44,000. Because this is a fixed contract, we are unable to negotiate the salary at this time.
Access to Federal Employee Health Benefits (20+ plan options)
Dental and vision insurance
Employer-paid life insuranceEmployer-paid short/long-term disability
401(k) with company match
Paid time off which increases with service "
Responsibilities:
Essential Job Duties:
  • Recruit and engage eligible youth through schools, community organizations, workforce agencies, and outreach events
  • Conduct interviews and determine applicant eligibility for the Job Corps program
  • Educate applicants and families about program expectations, career pathways, and student opportunities
  • Assist students with career planning and goal development
  • Build strong community partnerships and referral networks
  • Support student retention and success during the enrollment process and first 90 days on center
  • Maintain accurate documentation and case management records
  • What You Bring:
    • Passion about helping young people succeed
    • Ability to build strong relationships
    • Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently
    • Skilled in communication, outreach, counseling, or recruitment
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • A positive, student-centered attitude and strong customer service skills
    • Dependability, initiative, and teamwork
    • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
    • Successfully pass any background check and/drug test
    • Ability to obtain & maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record
Job Requirements:
Mandatory:
  • Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, communications, social sciences, or related field preferred
  • Associate’s degree plus related experience may be considered
  • Experience in sales, marketing, counseling, recruiting, workforce development, or youth services preferred
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Previous Job Corps experience is a plus
Disclosures:

Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.

Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.
Chugach Government Solutions logo

Chugach Government Solutions

Chugach Government Solutions, (CGS) is a government contracting company formed by Chugach Alaska Corporation. Founded on integrity and Alaska Native values, CGS has become a recognized provider of high-quality government contractor services for our customers. We do this by never compromising on our core values, and by responsible stewardship of the environment and our people.CGS performs work for the Federal Government across 4 unique core lines of business, including: Facilities Management and Maintenance, Construction, Technical IT and Cyber Services, and Educational Services. Through these core lines of business, CGS employs more than 4,000 employees across the world. CGS cultivates a corporate culture that embodies a commitment to safety for our customers and employees. Possessing a broad depth of experience with government contracting, CGS customers look to our companies for leadership and a fair partner in critical missions. CGS corporate headquarters are located in Anchorage, Alaska with regional offices in Chesapeake, Virginia; and Huntsville, Alabama. CGS has a large geographic reach with project sites across the country and internationally.

Anchorage, Alaska, USA
1K employees (32 in marketing)
www.chugachgov.com
Chugach Government Solutions logo

Admissions Counselor / Student Recruitment

Chugach Government Solutions · Gulfport, MS