Expeditions Recruiter – Rocky Mountain

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +21 more locations.

📋 Description

• Create, implement, and execute recruitment strategies to enhance awareness and interest in NOLS expeditions.

• Represent NOLS at both in-person and virtual recruitment activities.

• Establish partnerships with educational institutions and organizations.

• Generate qualified leads for the Admissions Counselor team to guide through the enrollment process.

• Travel to schools, colleges, conferences, and outdoor events to connect students with wilderness education opportunities.

• Foster excitement and build relationships with students, educators, advisors, and leaders in outdoor education.

• Collaborate with Admissions and Marketing teams to understand NOLS' mission, expedition offerings, financial aid options, and core messaging.

• Utilize Google Workspace and HubSpot CRM to capture, document, and assess prospective student leads.

• Work with the Director of Strategic Enrollment to evaluate priority regions, plan travel logistics and budgets, and establish KPI targets.

• Engage in seasonal recruitment travel, estimated at 60–70% during peak seasons.

• Report directly to the Director of Strategic Enrollment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences in both large and small group settings.

• Strong organizational skills; capable of independently managing complex travel schedules and event coordination.

• Proven ability to identify, cultivate, and sustain professional relationships with influencers, educators, advisors, and outdoor education leaders.

• Familiarity or comfort with Google Workspace and CRM systems; HubSpot experience is preferred.

• Ability to work independently while traveling, along with collaborating with a remote team.

• A passion for and understanding of wilderness education, experiential learning, or the NOLS mission.

• A valid driver's license is required.

• Willingness to travel extensively for prolonged periods.

• Experience in college admissions, outreach, or community engagement is preferred.

• NOLS graduate or background in outdoor, experiential, or gap-year education is preferred.

• Proficiency or fluency in Spanish is preferred.

• Submission of a combined resume and cover letter as a single PDF is required.

• A criminal background check is mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discounts on courses for yourself and your family.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible time-off policy.

• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential, 24/7 counseling and support services.