Outreach Specialist
Paterson, NJFull-time$28.43/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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MTC seeks an Outreach Specialist to conduct recruitment activities and support student enrollment at the Edison Job Corps Center in Edison, New Jersey. The role involves connecting with referral resources, arranging candidate reception after acceptance, and following up on student progress. The specialist also maintains accountability logs and guides young adults toward career and educational opportunities in compliance with government and management directives.
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Wage - $28.43 per hour with opportunities for overtime and bonuses.
Schedule – Full Time, 8hr shifts, Monday – Friday
Our staff also enjoy these benefits:
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Health, dental, vision, prescription drug and life insurance
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Short & long-term disability
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401(k) retirement plan
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Paid time off and paid holidays
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Professional development assistance
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Career advancement opportunities
MTC is proud to operate the Edison Job Corps Center in Edison, NJ where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who are dedicated to improving people’s lives and we want YOU to join our team!
What you will be doing: You’ll be responsible for conducting direct recruitment activities and interfacing with other outreach contractors for student enrollment. In addition, empowers young adults by guiding them towards valuable career paths and educational opportunities in compliance with government and management directives.
Essential functions:
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Conduct direct recruitment activities, including public speaking, develop linkage with referral resources such as human services agencies, recreation centers, youth organizations and churches; participate in center tours and contact potential enrollees.
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Arrange for reception of candidates upon acceptance into program.
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Follow up on student progress, e.g., length of stay and separation.
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Maintain accountability logs of organizations contacted, individuals contacted, referrals to screening agencies and subsequent enrollments.
Education and Experience Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in human services, psychology, counseling, education, social science, business communications or closely related field; or associate degree and 2 years related experience required.
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Experience may include sales and successful outreach and admissions experience or successful outreach and admissions experience with other youth programs.
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A valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.
Why: Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.
Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [email protected] or 801-693-2888.
Learn more about Management & Training Corporation here (https://www.mtctrains.com/)
How this job compares
Set against the 2,544 open Recruiter jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$28.43/hr
- US median$30–36/hr350 hourly ranges
This rate, $28.43/hr, is 21% below the US median midpoint ($36/hr) — in the middle half of Recruiter hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 30 open Recruiter jobs in New Jersey and 2,544 across the US. 8% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
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- Education
- 309 of the 2,544 open Recruiter jobs (12%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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