Admissions Counselor

Admissions Counselor

Purpose:

Responsible for administering all aspects of the college search and admissions process with prospective students; recruits high school and transfer students to Louisiana Christian University; initiates contact with students, parents, counselors, teachers and communicates specifics about the academic programs offered by Louisiana Christian University; encourages prospective students to apply and attend; explains the admissions and financial aid processes to prospective students.

Essential functions:

• Serves as a member of the Admissions team and manages a recruitment territory and/or population; contacts, visits and informs prospective high school and transfer students about LCU programs, culture, mission, and life on campus; ensures that recruitment goals are met regarding applications, acceptances, and enrolled students.
• Articulates the University’s mission to a variety of publics, acting as a liaison between LCU and area University counselors/administrators, students, parents, alumni, corporations and/or governmental agencies;
• Initiates, plans, and executes special projects in conjunction with the goals and objectives of the department.
• Reviews admissions applications and evaluates credentials.
• Develops and implements specific recruitment projects and management tasks as assigned.
• Manages, plans, and coordinates special recruitment events as assigned.
• Maintains current knowledge of the LCU’s academic, spiritual, recreational, social, extra-curricular, and financial aid programs, and communicates this information to prospective students.
• Encourages a healthy and productive working relationship between the Enrollment Management Division and other LCU offices;
• Completes routine reports related to recruitment, projections, conversions, personal schedule, travel, special programs, and/or expense reports;
• Maintains up to date records on inquiries and applicants;
• Telephones and/or emails prospective students, exhibiting a consistent effort to contact them;
• Attends Enrollment Division staff meetings and is prepared to report on management tasks that were previously assigned;
• Maintains a steady flow of communication via email, traditional mail, and social media, and phone calls with prospective students and applied students in order to establish a relationship between the student and LCU;
• Exercises creativity in planning recruitment events, assigned projects and daily activities;
• Participates on LCU committees as needed;
• Works periodic weekends, evenings, and travels locally and out-of-state;
• Participates in weekly/evening phoning;
• Will be cross trained in enrollment processes for other student populations and cover appointments as needed;
• This job description shall include but is not limited to the above duties.

Qualifications:

• Exercise of human relations skills is critical to the success of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of university admission guidelines, standards, and procedures, and higher education recruitment in general; knowledge of various financial aid programs, including application deadlines and regulations; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to plan and implement recruitment events in an organized and efficient manner; ability to exercise critical human relations skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with university faculty, staff, administration, students, and members of the community and the public.
• Must be proficient with all forms of technology.

Education:Required:

• Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

• Experience in higher education admissions, counseling, sales/marketing, or related field is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Inside work environment; non-hazardous work (Infrequent exposure to extremes in noise, temperatures, distractions, etc. Little or no exposure to hazards. Generally good working conditions with infrequent exceptions). Must be able to drive to off-site recruitment locations.

Physical Requirements:

• Light physical exertion. Normally seated, standing, or walking at will. Periodic handling of lightweight parcels or supplies. Use of handcart for transporting admissions materials.

Louisiana Christain University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants should send an application (see link below) and resume, including the names and addresses of three references to Louisiana Christian University HR Dept, 1140 College Drive, Box 381, Pineville, LA 71359 or e-mail information to hr@lcuniversity.edu.https://lcuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/STAFF-Application.pdf

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $39,412 - $56,383