Enrollment Counselor

This position is security sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Enrollment Counselor

798929

201500215P

03/11/2024

Yes

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resume and Cover Letter is required. Unofficial transcripts required prior to campus interview, official transcripts required upon hire. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the of the process of applying for a position.
In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College-Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.
If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237 or (409) 984-6259.
LSCPA’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46).
Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. EEO/AA

The Enrollment Counselor is a member of the Enrollment Services Team and is responsible for providing information, coaching, and assistance to prospective students, families and secondary counselors on the academic, financial, curricular, and co-curricular offerings of LSCPA. They are also the face of LSCPA representing the college at high school and community events. Other duties as assigned.

• Associate degree or higher is required.
• Requires one year’s experience providing effective college counseling, recruiting, or student service related area in higher education. (Related student work and/or internship experience will be considered for this position).
• Requires valid driver’s license or ability to acquire one prior to employment start date.
• Must have an understanding of student recruitment, student learning, career development, and other relevant theories in education, social sciences, and humanities.
• Must be a multi-task oriented individual with an appreciation for working within deadlines.
• Knowledge of personal computer and various software, including Excel and Appointment Plus. Must be proficient in the use of social media including Facebook, Instagram, twitter, email, text messaging, video capture, etc.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including public speaking.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal with prospective students, families, faculty and staff in professional manner.
• Must be able to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
• Able to plan, schedule, and manage projects and assignments.
• Able to establish effective working relationships with others.
• Able to follow established college policies and procedures.

• Bilingual in Spanish is desired.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year institution of higher education is preferred.

$31,000.00

40 hours a week; Full-time; Some weekends and evenings required.

Represents LSCPA at various outreach recruitment programs through presentations, information tables, college fairs, and other community events.

Provides personal enrollment coaching for applicants regarding outstanding documents, admissions and registration requirements, financial aid, orientation, testing, etc.

Makes monthly email, text, and phone contact with assigned prospects.

Visits high schools to recruit, guide, and monitor prospective students.

Maintains close working relationships with high school counselors and community organization representatives.

Recommend, design, and create new outreach and recruitment programming and marketing concepts, as well as follow-up strategies for prospective students.

Develop an understanding of the Banner Student Information Systems and Argos reports to document, track, and identify students’ admissions and enrollment status.

Work as a member of the Enrollment Services Team to met established recruitment goals and increase enrollment at LSCPA, particularly first time freshmen and transfers.