Freshman Admissions Counselor: Recruit & Counsel Prospects

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

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.