Regional Admissions Counselor

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

Will be required to reside in the Great New Orleans / Northshore / Southeastern Louisiana area. An equivalent combination of education or experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications Experience in enrollment services or in a higher education setting is preferred. Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s department of New Student Recruitment is seeking to hire a Regional Admissions Counselor for New Orleans, Louisiana and surrounding area.

Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• The Regional Admissions Officer will be based in New Orleans, Louisiana or surrounding area.
• Working at a high level of autonomy, travels extensively to high schools and colleges in Louisiana and Texas areas to recruit prospective students.
• Make presentations to various sized audiences.
• Mails out notices to students on a regular basis.
• Prepares a systematic travel schedule based on marketing surveys and statistics.
• Manages assigned territories to include preparing reports and maintaining and analyzing statistics.
• Coordinates volunteer recruitment programs to include alumni and parents.
• Attends various meetings, events, college fairs and other functions which may require overnight and weekend stays.
• Collects, reviews, and analyzes admissions documentation for prospective student seeking admission, transfer or readmission to the University of South Alabama (USA).
• Meets strategic enrollment goals as established by the Office of Enrollment Services and communicates regularly with the Office of New Student Recruitment.
• Works with the USA Banner system and CRM program (State).
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date reporting to reflect outcomes of recruitment efforts.
• Collaborates with university professionals and disseminates the University message to prospective students and families.
• Periodically travels to the USA main campus for meetings and training.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with high school and community college counselors.
• Accesses student files and determines status information.
• Communicates University admission requirements and policies by phone, letter or in-person.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable University, state and federal regulations.
• Moves boxes and cases weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work.

PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year.

Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date.

Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason, such as illness, accident or maternity.

After a seven-day waiting period, it provides a 60-percent wage replacement, up to $1,000 per week for 90 days. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary.

Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents.

Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment.

Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner.

Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free.

Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.