Position Information Posting Number 20112992 Position Title Regional Admissions Counselor - Dallas and East TX Area FTE 1.0 Position Type Staff Department Office of Admissions Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function About This Role: Lamar University Regional Admissions Counselors are responsible for recruiting prospective students by promoting Lamar University programs to undergraduate students, pre-admission advisement and matriculation to ensure enrollment goals are met. This position is a remote position in the Dallas and East Texas area and will live in the regional area and reports directly to one of the Assistant Directors of Admissions – Recruitment.What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:
Recruit prospective freshman students by providing accurate and timely pre-admission advisement to prospective students, parents, families, and other members of the public.
Facilitating the pre-admission, conversion, admission, and enrollment process through various sales methods and recruitment strategies to include, but not limited to automated and personalized communication, high school visits, pre-screened cold calling, presentations, etc.
Attending events and making presentations to communicate with prospective students and their parents to promote Lamar University and its programs.
Facilitate and implement recruitment planning and strategies for assigned territories and recruitment specialty areas based on managed yield data within a database system.
Assisting all prospective students, and their families while on call with the ApplyTexas Application, Federal Application for Financial Student Aid ( FAFSA ) and other pre-college preparation requirements and questions.
Train and mentor new Admissions Counselors and Regional Admissions Counselors throughout their first recruitment cycle through one-on-ones, team meetings, chat availability, shadowing opportunities, etc.
Working directly with area high schools, technical centers, businesses, and other constituencies in activities designed to prepare students for college and enrollment at LU.
Attend, collaborate, and assist in mandatory recruitment events both on-campus and off campus, including but not limited to Cardinal View, Admitted Student Day, Cardinal Sendoffs, Internal Staff Conferences, etc.
Key Competencies: (KSAs – Knowledge Skills and Abilities)
Presentation and public speaking.
Ability to work and communicate effectively and respectfully.
Demonstrated time management, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
Tact and judgement in obtaining or giving information of a confidential nature.
Creative problem-solving and decision making.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, load, and transport recruitment materials, displays, and other equipment up to 35 pounds.
Job Conditions:
Extensive travel within Lamar University’s recruitment zones
Regular travel to Lamar University
Evening and weekend hours are required
Who We Are:
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.Benefits:
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html) Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree OR Combination of college credit and applicable higher education experience may be substituted while actively pursuing bachelor’s degree.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable transportation that meets state legal requirements for operation of a vehicle.
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteran's Preference Statement Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (English and Spanish).
Experience recruiting varied student population including low socioeconomic ( SES ), first generation, and other groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
Sales experience and familiarity with customer relationship management systems (CRMs), relationship selling, and other sales techniques.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.Salary $41,809 - $54,352 Work Hours Application Information Posting Date 10/01/2024 Close Date 12/30/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions