Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number 20112559
Position Title Admissions Counselor- HOUSTON #499621
FTE 1.00
Position Type Staff
Department Office of Admissions
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
Lamar University 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 will live and work in the Houston, Texas area and
reports directly to the Assistant Director of Student Recruitment.
What You'll Do – Position Duties
As a member of our team, you will have an impact on our clients through
accomplishment of the following responsibilities:
This position requires some work outside traditional business hours
including evenings and weekends at various times throughout the year
Recruit prospective students by providing accurate and timely pre-
admission advisement to prospective students, parents, families, and other
members of the public
Providing knowledgeable and professional representation of Lamar
University with students in groups, one-on-one, and during on and off
campus events to increase community awareness
Working directly with area high schools, technical centers, businesses,
and other constituencies in activities designed to prepare students for
college and enrollment at LU.
Facilitating the pre-admission and conversion process through various
sales methods to include, but not limited to: automated and personalized
communication, high school visits, pre-screened cold calling,
presentations, etc.
Assisting prospective students, and their families with the ApplyTexas
Application, Federal Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA) and
other pre-college preparation requirements
Maintaining and expanding prospective student recruitment through lead
generation, prospect guidance, and matriculation assistance
Researching prospective student history, following through on leads, and
maintaining records on assigned recruiting territory.
Attending events and making presentations to communicate with prospective
students and their parents to promote Lamar University and its programs
Evaluating prospective student needs and building productive relationships
by providing individualized assistance with educational goal
identification, program selection, payment/financial aid planning, and
paths degree and/or certificate completion
Corresponding professionally with students offering advice, resources, or
referral to other campus resources
Advising the Assistant Director of Student Recruitment on significant
matters and supporting other members of the team in meeting goals and
expectation
Contributes information and supports team efforts by accomplishing goals,
monitoring competition and reactions from prospective students
Addressing issues and inquiries from prospective students, parents,
families, and other members of the public in a timely and professional
manner
Participating in staff development programs and campus functions. Make
recommendations regarding the web site and publications to promote campus
visit programs
Work with recruitment leadership to develop communication plans as a
follow-up to campus visits
Attend various functions that merit Lamar University's attendance (i.e.,
scholarship award ceremonies)
Preforms all other essential duties as assigned
Who We Are:
Lamar University is a diverse and 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 of diversity where
students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits – Job Perks:
At Lamar University one of the ways, we show value to our team members is by
offering the following perks:
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
What You'll Need to Succeed – Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
EEO Statement
Lamar University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected
veteran status.
Veteran'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
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 $35,568 - $39,140
Work Hours
Application Information
Posting Date 02/13/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions
Posting Specific Questions
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Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to [email protected] a Standard Form 15 located at https: // www. opm.gov/forms/pdffill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Unofficial Transcript 1
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