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Admissions Call Center Representative

Cotulla Education, Virginia Beach, VA, United States


Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential

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At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands‑on, career‑focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high‑demand fields such as aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey toward a fulfilling career.

4455 South Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA

Compensation:

$20–$22/hour, based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors

Schedule:

9‑6 Mon‑Fri, and 1‑2 Saturdays per month 9‑5 (you’ll get a day off earlier in the week when working a Saturday).

About the Role
We are seeking a

Student Support Representative

to join our corporate admissions team in a high‑volume, dialer‑based call center environment. This role is focused on connecting with prospective students quickly and efficiently, providing initial information, and transferring qualified inquiries to campus admissions teams. You are not responsible for guiding students through the full enrollment process—instead, your success is measured by call activity, quality, and successful handoffs.

This is an onsite role where you’ll spend the majority of your day on the phone, working toward clear performance metrics in a structured, team‑oriented environment.

What You’ll Do

Handle a high volume of outbound and inbound calls daily using an automated dialer system

Connect with new prospective students and provide clear, concise program information

Transfer qualified prospects to campus admissions teams in real time

Schedule appointments when campus staff are unavailable

Follow a defined call flow and quality standards (no strict script, but structured expectations)

Accurately log call activity and outcomes in internal systems

Maintain a consistent pace of calls and productivity throughout the day

Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet performance goals

How You’ll Be Measured

Call volume and activity per hour

Transfer rates to campus teams

Appointment scheduling and attendance

Monthly call quality scores

Adherence to call flow and process

What We’re Looking For

Required:

Strong phone presence and communication skills

Ability to work in a high‑volume, metrics‑driven environment

Comfortable being on the phone for the majority of the workday

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred:

Previous call center or dialer experience

Customer service or outbound calling experience

Experience working toward daily/weekly performance metrics

What Makes You a Great Fit

You enjoy fast‑paced, repetitive work with clear goals

You stay motivated by hitting numbers and tracking progress

You’re comfortable with structure, feedback, and call coaching

You bring a positive, team‑oriented attitude to a high‑energy environment

Training & Onboarding

Paid training (typically ½ day to 1 day)

Job shadowing before going live on calls

Ongoing coaching and support from leadership

What We Offer

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Cotulla Education is a proud equal‑opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.

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