[Hiring] Recruiter @National Outdoor Leadership School

Role Description

The NOLS Recruiter develops, implements, and executes recruitment strategies to increase awareness and interest in NOLS expeditions. This position is responsible for representing NOLS at in-person and virtual recruitment events, cultivating partnerships with schools and organizations, and generating qualified leads for the Admissions Counselor team to steward toward enrollment.

As a NOLS Recruiter, you will be the face of NOLS in communities across the country; traveling to schools, colleges, conferences, and outdoor events to connect students to the transformative power of wilderness education. You'll build excitement, cultivate relationships, and generate new leads that inspire future enrollment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on the road, enjoys connecting with people, and believes deeply in the value of experiential learning. You'll represent NOLS with authenticity and enthusiasm, helping students see how a NOLS expedition can build their leadership, confidence, and purpose.

In your first 6 months, you will:

• Onboard and align with the Admissions and Marketing teams to master NOLS' mission, expedition offerings, financial aid opportunities, and core messaging.
• Learn and utilize Google Workspace and the CRM system (HubSpot) to capture, record, and evaluate prospective student leads.
• Collaborate with the Director of Strategic Enrollment to review priority regions, plan annual travel logistics, budgets, and set KPI targets.
• Embark on seasonal recruitment travel (estimated 60-70% travel during peak seasons) to represent NOLS at college fairs, high school visits, gap-year expos, and partner events.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and comfort engaging diverse audiences in both large and small settings.
• Strong organizational planning skills with the ability to manage complex travel schedules and event coordination independently.
• Ability to identify, cultivate, and maintain professional relationships with key influencers, teachers, advisors, and outdoor education leaders.
• Proficiency or comfort working with Google Workspace and CRM systems (HubSpot preferred) to track and capture lead data accurately.
• Ability to work highly independently on the road while maintaining strong collaboration with a remote team.
• Deep passion for and understanding of wilderness education, experiential learning, or the NOLS mission.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively for extended periods.

Benefits

• Receive special pricing on NOLS courses for yourself and your family.
• Full-time employees are eligible for a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• We offer a flexible time off policy that empowers employees to take the time they need for rest, adventure, and personal priorities without the constraints of traditional accrual systems.
• Access confidential, 24/7 counseling and support services to help you maintain balance and well-being.

Company Description

NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that strives to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environment. Our community—staff, students, trustees, and alumni—shares a commitment to wilderness, education, leadership, safety, community, and excellence.

We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart, expertise, and wildness, and these qualities help us support powerful, authentic experiences.