What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freshman Admission Counselor position at Louisiana State University?
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Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
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Job Posting Title:
Freshman Admission Counselor
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUA SE - Enrollment - Admissions Operations (Ashlee Anise Hatwig (00043248))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Professional
Job Description:
Job Description
Department: Admissions
Position Title: Freshman Admission Counselor
Supervisor: Director of Enrollment Management
Responsibilities
- Process admission applications and determine admissibility for on-campus first-time freshman
- Process admission applications and determine admissibility of online first-time freshman applicants
- Review, analyze, and evaluate all transcripts, test scores and credit by examination
- Finalize admission decisions and update institutional data after high school graduation
- Counsel prospective on-campus students on admission requirements and processes
- Maintain working knowledge of curricula for the benefit of aiding prospective students with selecting an academic program
- Recruit prospective students at high schools/community events as needed
- Assist with special events on campus as needed
- Perform other tasks that may be assigned by the Director of Enrollment Management and/or the Associate Vice-Chancellor of Enrollment Management
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution of higher education
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, verbally, and in writing
- Ability to travel, including overnight travel
- Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, while remaining organized
- Demonstrated ability to represent the university with a positive and professional image
- Ability to present information to audiences, both small and large
- Experience working with a team to achieve goals
- Hold a valid driver's license and clear driving record
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Application Instructions:Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts and a background screen will be required upon hire.
Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at (318) 473-6401 or hr@lsua.edu.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
Posting Date:
October 7, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Sick Leave