Admissions Counselor

LeTourneau University•Longview, TX

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

Reports to: Assistant Vice President for Admissions Schedule: Primarily weekdays, 8:00am-5:00pm. Flexible schedule including nights and occasional weekends required. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

Embody an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith, demonstrating a strong commitment to service within an interdenominational, evangelical Christian university that prioritizes the integration of faith and academic excellence.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Knowledge of and ability to perform basic computer applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint).
Organization skills and the ability to multitask.
Professional phone skills and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
Time management skills and the ability to keep a daily schedule of appointments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Jenzabar or Ellucian/Banner is a plus.

Responsibilities

Nurture existing relationships with students to create active progression through the admissions funnel.
Partner with students and families through the joy and complexity of the college admissions experience.
Elevate admitted student commitment through high-yield conversion strategies.
Mitigate deposit melt and prepare students for college success.
Create a seamless transition from student recruiter to student admissions counselor using a strategic approach to leverage engagement history and communication data to move students from lead to application.
Affirm the student's interest through meaningful and personalized connections by utilizing information gathered during the student recruitment process.
Once interest is confirmed, reinforce the student's decision by highlighting the benefits of joining the LeTourneau community and the Christian Polytechnic University.
Provide clear and actionable next steps to guide prospective students toward application.
Engage with applicants and connect their college aspirations to the opportunities offered at LeTourneau University with the goal of moving them from application to acceptance.
Focus engagement progression on deepening the applicant's connection to LeTourneau through tailored and highly intentional interactions.
Proactively and efficiently identify and resolve any roadblocks that may delay application completion.
Develop and execute a comprehensive and supportive process that fosters student connection to the university and celebrates their decision to become part of the LeTourneau community.
Guide admitted students toward making their enrollment deposit by affirming the university's value proposition, developing personalized affordability pathways, and fostering campus engagement.
Reinforce the value of a LeTourneau education through targeted return on investment communication.
Ensure students feel financially confident in their decision by developing a personalized affordability pathway.
Extend campus engagement opportunities to admitted students to further solidify their connection to the university.
Create progression from deposited to enrolled by celebrating the student’s decision through community connections and success preparation.
Celebrate students as they officially join the LeTourneau family through personalized messages, emphasizing their achievement and welcoming them into the LeTourneau community.
Build a sense of belonging through personal connections.
Ensure students are well-prepared for their college experience through a series of orientation events and readiness initiatives.