Student Selection Manager - Setter

Help people choose a career they can be proud of.

Western Welding Academy (WWA) is a hands-on trade school with a mission: develop skilled welders and empower students to reach their full potential. As a Student Selection Manager (Setter), you’ll be the first real relationship in a student’s journey—building trust, uncovering goals, and guiding candidates to a confident “yes” about their future.

This is a sales role for someone who loves meaningful conversations, strong follow-up, and turning interest into commitment.

What we offer

• Competitive wages
• 100% Employer paid medical benefits option
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• 401K option after 90 days.

What you’ll do

Recruit & connect (top of funnel + qualification)

• Proactively contact prospective students via phone, email, and events.
• Run consultative discovery calls to understand goals, timelines, and fit.
• Clearly communicate program value: training experience, outcomes, and career mobility.

Guide the decision + drive commitment

• Move prospects through the application process with urgency and clarity.
• Secure the Booth Hold Payment (BHP) and set a start date.
• Maintain consistent follow-up to keep momentum and reduce drop-off.

Build relationships that last

• Develop trust with students and families through timely, professional communication.
• Handle questions and concerns with confidence and care—without losing the close.

Own your pipeline with discipline

• Document all activity in the CRM accurately and consistently.
• Track and report KPIs such as lead conversion, application completion, and enrollments.
• Follow established processes and compliance requirements.

What success looks like

• Consistently hitting or exceeding monthly/quarterly enrollment targets
• High activity, high-quality conversations, and strong conversion rates
• Clean CRM notes, reliable reporting, and excellent student/family feedback
• Strong collaboration with the closer team to create a seamless handoff

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Sales experience (required) — you know how to guide decisions and ask for the commitment
• Strong communication, listening, and relationship-building skills
• Organized, driven, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/sales tools
• Bonus: familiarity with trade education or workforce development

Physical/working environment

• Primarily desk/phone/computer work; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs; events may require standing/walking.

WWA is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.