Job Details

Admissions Counselor

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (FranU) is seeking an Admissions Counselor for its Office of Admissions in Baton Rouge, LA. The Admissions Counselor will play a key role in advancing the enrollment goals and mission of the University by articulating FranU's message to prospective students, their families, counselors, and other constituents. This position involves promoting FranU through a full range of Admissions activities including recruitment, outreach, travel, Admissions decision-making, and specific Admissions projects and responsibilities, as assigned.

Responsibilities

JOB STANDARDS

• Evaluate prospective students' applications and academic histories
• Exercising independent decision-making aligned with institutional Admissions policies
• Analyze previously earned credits
• To determine transferability to FranU and impact on prospective students' academic progression
• Develop and execute strategic Territory Management Plans
• Including data-driven recruitment travel schedules, strategically selecting recruitment events such as college fairs, school visits, and information sessions
• Provide personalized guidance and counseling
• To prospective students and their families, independently assisting them through the college search, Admissions, and Financial Aid processes
• Implement responsive and targeted recruiting strategies
• Effectively managing outreach via phone, e-mail, SMS, and digital platforms to maximize recruitment outcomes
• Maintain expert-level knowledge
• Of FranU's academic programs, policies, and distinctive value propositions, strategically incorporating this knowledge into recruitment activities and communications
• Collaborate proactively
• With internal stakeholders to create effective messaging and promotional materials aligned with institutional enrollment goals
• Leverage CRM expertise
• To strategically manage recruitment data, track applicant interactions, process applications, and monitor recruitment outcomes
• Supports the planning and execution of on-campus Admissions events
• Campus tours, and group visits, applying strategic insights to enhance student experience and maximize enrollment effectiveness
• Initiate and manage special projects
• Designed to improve recruitment processes, student engagement, and operational efficiencies within the Admissions Department

Qualifications

Experience: One (1) year of experience in Higher Education Admissions or Recruiting, preferred

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Special Skills: Ability to travel overnight and non-standard hours, ability to lift objects up to 40 pounds

Licensure: Valid Louisiana Driver's License; If moving to Louisiana a valid Louisiana Driver's License is required within 30 days of start date