Senior Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Senior Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM CMDA - School of Music (James L Byo (00010414))

   

Work Location:

0102 Music School Building

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

The Senior Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator serves as the strategic lead for recruitment and admissions within the College of Music and Dramatic Arts with a focus in the School of Music. As the School of Music's primary liaison for prospective students and families, this position is vital in the recruitment process and coordinates recruitment events for the School of Music including audition days. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing comprehensive recruitment strategies for the School of Music and the College of Music & Dramatic Arts. By leveraging data analytics, relationship management, and deep knowledge of academic programs this position will drive enrollment outcomes for the CMDA that are aligned with LSU’s institutional goals. The Senior Coordinator partners closely with faculty, campus partners, and external organizations to enhance the College's visibility and competitive positioning and serves as the primary CMDA liaison to Enrollment Management.

Job Responsibilities:

• Strategic Recruitment and Admissions Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for student recruitment for the School of Music. Develop and execute annual recruitment and admissions strategies that support enrollment targets for undergraduate and graduate programs within the School. Work directly with the Assistant Dean on recruitment strategy; identifying markets, trends, and pipelines to expand the School's reach.  45%
• Data Analysis & Enrollment Planning: Collect and analyze college wide data for recruitment and admissions as is necessary to acquire holistic perspective and inform strategic decision-making. Provide regular reports and recommendations to leadership to inform decision-making. Utilize predictive modeling and reporting tools to improve student yield as well as retention for the CMDA. Partner with Enrollment Management to align College-level recruitment initiatives with university-wide strategies. Support the School of Theatre as needed on all recruitment-related activities.  15%
• Event & Engagement Oversight: Lead the planning and execution of student recruiting events including School of Music audition days, orientations, tours, and information fairs. Serve as the primary liaison for the CMDA to Enrollment Management and coordinate campus events for the College of Music & Dramatic Arts. Ensure events reflect the CMDA brand, provide exceptional candidate experiences, and achieve measurable outcomes. 15%
• Serve as liaison with the LSU Office of Enrollment Management,Faculty & Ambassador Coordination: Coordinate faculty, music ambassadors, and a student worker staff assigned to Music Admissions to ensure seamless recruitment and audition events and processes. Train, mentor, and supervise student ambassadors and assigned student workers, fostering a culture of professionalism and strong service delivery. 10%
• Relationship Building & Outreach: Build and sustain relationships with high schools, community colleges, performing arts organizations, and other potential feeder programs. Represent the College at regional and national recruitment events and professional conferences as needed.  10%
• Special assignments/projects as assigned. 5%

Additional Requirements:

• Vehicle Operation - University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04. A valid Driver's License is required.

Additional Information:

• Travel as needed; flexible work hours to include nights and weekends; must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time; must be able to lift items 10-30 lbs as needed. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Level: Bachelor's