Freshman Admission Counselor

Louisiana State University; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University at Alexandria seeks a Freshman Admission Counselor to support undergraduate recruitment and the first-time freshman admissions process.

The role assesses applications, communicates admission requirements, and travels to high schools and events. You will assist with on-campus events and maintain curriculum knowledge to advise prospective students on programs.

A bachelor’s degree is required, and a valid driver’s license is preferred for travel and outreach activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Ability to travel, including overnight travel.
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to present information to audiences.
• Experience working with a team to achieve goals.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, verbally, and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the university with a positive and professional image.

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 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

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Travel required

Evenings & weekends availability

Multi-tasking

Professional image

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Driver’s license & clean driving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Posting Title: Freshman Admission Counselor

Position Type: Professional / Unclassified

Department: LSUA SE - Enrollment - Admissions Operations

Work Location: LSU - Alexandria

Pay Grade: Professional

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

Posting Date

October 7, 2026

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• 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.

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 [e-mail]