Senior Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator

Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA

45d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Education Level: Bachelor's
• Years of Experience: 1
• Specific Experience: Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills; proficiency in computer applications

Nice To Haves

• Specific Experience: Experience in music, the arts, student recruitment, and or enrollment management.

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%

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees