Hiring Plan Form 6
McNeese State University
Admissions Counselor and Coordinator of Prospective Student Experience
Admissions Counselor and Web Specialist
Department of Admissions and Recruiting
(Two Positions Available)
The Department of Admissions and Recruiting at McNeese State University welcomes applications for the following two
(2) positions: Admissions Counselor and Coordinator of Prospective Student Experience and Admissions Counselor and
Web Specialist. These positions will work closely with faculty and staff to assist prospective and current students. These
are full-time, 12-month, unclassified positions with an appointment that begins February 26, 2014.
POSITION: ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR AND COORDINATOR OF PROSPECTIVE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Position Description and Responsibilities: The Admissions Counselor and Coordinator of Prospective Student
Experience is responsible for:
Duties
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Represent McNeese at recruiting events
Conduct campus tours
Schedule group and individual campus tours
Provide input for recruiting materials
Provide input for recruiting activities
All duties shall be conducted in a manner which provides a positive reflection of the University
Enter information and index in BDM
Coordinate Preview Day activities for Prospective Students
Coordinate telecounselor training
Administrative Responsibilities
 Enter prospect data into the database as instructed by the Director
 Correspond via e-mail and the U.S. Postal Service with prospective students
 Stay up-to-date on how to check applicant data in the Student Information System (SIS)
 Answer phone and assist callers
 All duties shall be conducted in a manner which provides a positive reflection of the University
 Evaluate campus tours and make recommendations to director
 Evaluate trending in higher education recruiting and make recommendations to director
Supervisory/management responsibilities
 Supervise telecounselors and ensure they perform all duties
Policy Making Authority
 Provide input on all University and departmental policies as requested by the Director
Reporting Requirements
 Maintain recruiting reports for all recruiting events attended
Working Relationship Requirements
 Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty and staff in all departments
 Build a mutually beneficial positive working relationship with your assigned high school counselors
 Build a mutually beneficial positive working relationship with counterparts at other universities
Committee Responsibilities
 Represent the department or University on campus and community committees as assign
Budgeting Responsibilities
 Plan recruiting travel according to state travel guidelines
Hiring Plan Form 6
POSITION: ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR AND WEB SPECIALIST
Position Description and Responsibilities: The Admissions Counselor and Web Specialist is responsible for:
Duties
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Represent McNeese at recruiting events
Conduct campus tours
Schedule group and individual campus tours
Provide input for recruiting materials
Provide input for recruiting activities
All duties shall be conducted in a manner which provides a positive reflection of the University
Enter information and index in BDM
Update website
Download inquiries from website and upload into student information system
Monitor web trends and advise director of improvements
Administrative Responsibilities
 Enter prospect data into the database as instructed by the Director
 Correspond via e-mail and the U.S. Postal Service with prospective students
 Stay up-to-date on how to check applicant data in the Student Information System (SIS)
 Answer phone and assist callers
 All duties shall be conducted in a manner which provides a positive reflection of the University
Supervisory/management responsibilities
 Supervise telecounselors and ensure they perform all duties
Policy Making Authority
 Provide input on all University and departmental policies as requested by the Director
Reporting Requirements
 Maintain recruiting reports for all recruiting events attended
Working Relationship Requirements
 Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty and staff in all departments
 Build a mutually beneficial positive working relationship with your assigned high school counselors
 Build a mutually beneficial positive working relationship with counterparts at other universities
Committee Responsibilities
 Represent the department or University on campus and community committees as assign
Budgeting Responsibilities
 Plan recruiting travel according to state travel guidelines
Qualifications: Required: Bachelors Degree, strong verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of MS Office
Suite, and ability to plan travel according to state budget guidelines. Preferred: Experience working in a team
environment conducting presentations.
Salary: $30,000.00
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.
Hiring Plan Form 6
Application Materials and Contact: Applicants should submit: Letter of Application, Resume, References (name,
phone number, and e-mail address of at least three), and Unofficial/Official Transcripts for the application process.
Electronic submissions are preferred. Please submit the required documents to:
Teni Tillery Committee Chair, Coordinator of Recruiting
Admissions and Recruiting
McNeese State University
Box 91740
Lake Charles, LA 70609
Phone: (337) 475-5539
Fax: (337) 475-5151
ttillery@mcneese.edu
Electronic submissions are preferred.
McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of
Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants
are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check
and an English Proficiency assessment will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised
Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees,
appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if
a drug test is required.
McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the
University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is
required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment.
McNeese State University is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all
supporting materials will become public record. An executive session pursuant to La. Rev. Stat. 42:6.1(A) may be
required.
Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the
Office of the ADA Coordinator: Voice: (337) 475-5428; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: (337) 562-4227; Fax: (337) 4755960; or adacoordinator@mcneese.edu.
Approved:
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Michael T. Snowden, Ph.D.
Chief Diversity Officer
Date: _______________________________