Admissions Counselor

Loyola Marymount University

About The Position

This support position assists with all aspects of admissions, focusing on recruiting and enrolling new students to the law school. The role also serves as the lead for the university’s and law school’s student information systems, providing technical support to both internal and external audiences. The Law School reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. Loyola Marymount University Expectations include exhibiting behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university, communicating and employing interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct, and demonstrating a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Access).
Familiarity with social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).
Ability to learn and manage systems and interface.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework, certificate or training in education field is a plus.
1-2 years in higher education setting, specifically admissions or student services is preferred.
Experience with student information systems or database management is a plus.

Responsibilities

Advise prospective students on JD admissions policies and requirements.
Develop and cultivate relationships with constituents to promote the law school.
Meet and counsel prospective students.
Offer campus tours.
Develop knowledge of Banner and PROWL student system; serve as technical support for these systems and liaison with university and other student services offices as necessary.
Work with staff at Westchester campus to streamline processes.
Serve as technical lead for student portal.
Serve as primary technical liaison with the Law School Admission Council system (currently ACES2).
Monitor application interface, test and authenticate changes or updates to student systems.
Make recommendations to improve business processes.
Help develop CRM processes in Slate.
Work with LLS Marketing & Communication staff to develop templates.
Help coordinate information exchange between Slate and other systems.
Develop technical expertise to refine processes and develop efficiencies.
Present ideas for future development.
Design reports related to enrollment strategies.
Use analytics and other measuring tools to report on communication strategy and event effectiveness.
Interview prospective students.
Make recommendations on candidates to senior staff.
Attend graduate fairs, law fairs and recruitment events locally and throughout the U.S.
Serve as panelist and speaker for prospective student events.
Assist with implementation of communication plan, including use of social media.
Assist with planning and execution of on- and off-campus events.
Process and complete admissions applications.
Generate decision letters and emails.
Maintain decision and other applicant data in student systems.
Answer phones, respond to email and chat inquiries and assist visitors to the office.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.