Recruiter

McNeese State University; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plans

Life Insurance

Tuition reduction

Paid holidays

On-campus perks

Job summary

McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana seeks a full-time Recruiter to manage a recruitment territory, counsel prospective students, and coordinate outreach across campuses and communities. You will travel to events, conduct tours, and maintain CRM and SIS data. A Bachelor’s degree and strong communication skills are required.

The role requires flexible hours and a commitment to representing the university positively, with ongoing engagement with high school counselors and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to extensively travel and work non-traditional hours.
• Highly self-motivated and organized.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation; ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students regarding admissions, transfer credit, residency, and policies.
• Assist prospective students in person, by phone, text, video, and email.
• Manage recruitment territory including inquiries, applicants, and enrolled students.
• Enter prospective student data into SIS/CRM and generate reports.
• Maintain knowledge of Banner, Recruit, Argos and related systems.
• Travel to recruitment events year-round, including evenings and weekends.
• Prepare and send correspondence to applicants; conduct campus tours.
• Develop relationships with high school counselors and other institutions.

Skills

Strong communication

Travel willingness

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

CRM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Banner

Job description

Position/Application Information

McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Recruiter in the Office of Recruiting. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified staff position. The appointment is available immediately.

Position Number: U99110

SALARY: $36,000

REPORTING AUTHORITY: Director of Recruiting

DEADLINE: Position will remain open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References (include: name, phone number, and e-mail address)
• Unofficial Transcripts

Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.

Contact Information

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR: Madeline Nash at [e-mail]

Office Of Human Resources Contact Kim Dronett, HR Analyst/Employment Liaison: [e-mail] or [phone]

Position Duties/Responsibilities

• Counsel prospective students with regard to admissions, transfer credit, residency, and other university polices
• Assist prospective students in person, over the phone, texting, video messaging, and via email
• Manage a recruitment territory by managing the number of inquiries, applicants, and enrolled students
• Enter prospective student data into the Student Information System and/or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system as well as maintain and run reports for the assigned territories
• Maintain current knowledge of Banner (Student Information System), Recruit (CRM), BDM (scanning system), Argos, and other systems used by the University
• Travel during and after normal business hours and overnights to represent the university at recruitment events and activities year round
• Prepare and send correspondence to applicants
• Maintain recruiting reports for all recruiting events attended
• Conduct recruitment presentations on and off campus
• Schedule and conduct personal campus tours as well as large group tours
• Build mutually beneficial, positive working relationships with assigned high school counselors and counterparts at other institutions
• Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty and staff in all departments
• Organize and plan outreach opportunities with community leaders, organizations, and groups
• Plan travel according to state travel guidelines
• Conduct all duties in a manner which provides a positive reflection of the University
• Complete all other duties as assigned by the Director of Recruiting or the Executive Director of Enrollment Management

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to extensively travel and work non-traditional hours
• Highly self-motivated
• Effective multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to lift 30 lbs on a regular basis
• Valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and access to reliable transportation

General University information

McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Dr. Desmond Wallace, Office of Inclusive Excellence: Voice: [phone]; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: [phone]; or [e-mail].

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.

Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver’s license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.

Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a university-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.

McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include: Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.

You may view the current year's Benefits Guide at: MYMCNEESE EMPLOYEE EXTRAS