Regional Admissions Recruiter Position Available In Lincoln, Louisiana

Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. Louisiana Tech University is seeking a candidate to represent and recruit for the university in the Southwest Louisiana recruitment territory. This employee will work in the Office of Admissions as a regional employee living in Southwest Louisiana as an extension of the university. Manage recruitment activities within the Southwest Louisiana territory. This includes but is not limited to college fairs, private visits to high schools, presentations, and award ceremonies. Follow-up recruiting with personal notes, phone calls, texts, emails, etc. Plan and execute events within territory which include but are not limited to counselor breakfast(s), yield event(s), social(s), and counselor trips to campus. Visit with students and parents at determined meetings and locations or via online meeting technology. Assist with on-campus events as needed and attend annual, on-campus training. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor’s degree. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and CRM software; interpersonal communication skills; strong desire to help students; knowledge of all academics areas; extracurricular activities and university policies and procedures. This position requires residence in Southwest Louisiana(Lafayette/Lake Charles preferred). Essential Functions Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally; be a good listener and problem solver Ability to assess past performance and brainstorm new and creative ways to meet goals Requires driving a vehicle Requires overnight travel, work nights and weekends Walking and standing 50% of the time

To Apply:

Send letter of application detailing why you feel that you would be a good fit for this position, resume, college transcripts, and three professional references through the application portal.

Questions:

For questions, please contact Colin Bailey, Assistant Director of Recruitment at 318-257-2752 or cbailey@latech.edu. Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Posting Close Date:

This position will remain open until filled.

Please Note:

Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration. Note to

Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the Louisiana Tech University may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. Louisiana Tech offers students an unparalleled educational experience in its 79 undergraduate majors, 32 master’s degree programs, and nine doctoral programs. Founded in 1894, the University has been recognized as one of America’s Top Colleges in Forbes and as the No. 1 college in the state of Louisiana for value in Kiplinger’s. The University has been ranked as a Top Tier research university in US News and World Report for 10 years, and is the only university in the state of Louisiana to be recognized in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2020 University Impact Rankings for its commitment to sustainable development. The University has a history of and commitment to creating programs that are the first in their fields, like biomedical and cyber engineering. Louisiana Tech’s partnerships with business, government and the military help create both academic programs and job development in the I-20 Cyber Corridor. Louisiana Tech is an economic driver for our region and state, and our campus is a home for new and growing enterprises. This connection to innovation impacts our academic programs and provides job opportunities for our students in fields like cybersecurity and engineering. The traditional core campus of approximately 280 acres connects with the Enterprise Campus, a home for new and growing enterprises and to the heart of Ruston. Louisiana Tech and the City of Ruston continue to work hand in hand to create a healthier and more environmentally responsible community by developing safe pedestrian paths, lighting, sustainable landscaping, bicycle paths and more. Louisiana Tech University adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal and civil rights laws, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Louisiana Tech University is a SAME agency. Mortissa Harvey –

Title IX Coordinator Office Location:

Wyly Tower 1536

Phone:

318.257.5911

Email:

mharvey@latech.edu