Posting Number:

20113048

Position Title:

Transfer Enrollment Counselor

FTE:

1.0

Position Type:

Staff

Department:

College of Engineering Dept

Job Summary/Basic Function:

About This Role:

This position dual reports directly to the Associate Director of Marketing and Recruitment within the College of Engineering and Engineering Institute for Energy and Petrochemical Industries (EPI) and the Associate Director of Transfer Pathways within the university. This position serves as a key member within the College. The Transfer Enrollment Counselor is responsible for recruiting prospective students by promoting Lamar University. Additionally, this position will be responsible for advising students in assigned territories. This enrollment counselor’s primary role will be to promote programs to transfer students specifically at several Houston area Community Colleges by providing pre-admission advisement and matriculation to ensure enrollment goals are met as well as ensure current student retention. The Transfer Enrollment Counselor should be well versed in all admission types, networking, transfer degree programs, transfer pathways, and the transfer student experience. This position will work remotely, living in the greater Houston area and be required to travel to community colleges as well as back to Lamar University as prescribed by supervisor. This position will represent the face and spirit of the College by ensuring excellent customer service and maintaining the quality of follow-up and reporting for all prospective and current students to the College of Engineering and Engineering Institute for Energy and Petrochemical Industries (EPI) at Lamar University campus.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:

Recruiting transfer students from Houston area community colleges for engineering programs with various needs for successful enrollment and retention including but not limited to pre-admissions advisement, current student advisement, fostering partnerships with on and off campus stakeholders for the College of Engineering (COE) and Engineering Institute for Energy and Petrochemical Industries (EPI).
Focus of assisting in pre and post advising of all new students in the Houston area at assigned community colleges to facilitate a seamless transfer process as well as fostering partnerships with on and off campus stakeholders to further develop relationships.
Develop, maintain, and regularly evaluate the transfer student recruitment plan to attract top-tier students to the College of Engineering (COE) and the Engineering Institute for Energy and Petrochemical Industries (EPI).
Participate in online and in-person recruitment events, transfer fairs, school visits, online video conferences, and other related recruitment activities for transfer students for engineering programs.
Gather, analyze, and leverage data to evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment, visit, and event strategies, providing data-driven recommendations for enhancements to meet enrollment and retention goals.
Manage on-campus experiences for transfer level students serving as a facilitator to enhance the programs and on campus relations of both the College and the Institute.
Oversee chatbot platforms and communication methods for transfer students to enhance online engagement, making recommendations for website and publication improvements to promote transfer programs and pathways.
Collaborate closely with the overall Marketing and Recruitment team within the college and the university and direct leadership to ensure alignment of departmental activities and processes for transfer students, contributing to the overall success of the College of Engineering and Lamar University.

Key Competencies: (KSAs – Knowledge Skills and Abilities)

Demonstrated strong leadership skills, including the ability to inspire, guide, and collaborate effectively with teams and individuals.
Demonstrates project management expertise with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to effectively multitask, particularly in high-pressure situations.
Proven ability to work effectively both as an independent contributor and as a collaborative team member.
Proficient in delivering outstanding customer service with effective communication skills, both written and oral, when engaging with industry leaders, representatives, faculty, staff, and students.
Committed to maintaining a high standard of customer service, ensuring professional and courteous interactions to meet the needs of clients and colleagues.
Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong editing and proofreading capabilities, and is adept at interacting with staff at all organizational levels. · Proficiency in advising and counseling, including the ability to offer guidance and support when necessary.
High-level discretion and a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
Displaying diplomacy, maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor, and consistently demonstrating excellent attendance.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting and Carrying: The ability to lift and move reams/boxes of paper, tables, recruitment materials, banners, etc. weighing up to 50lbs, as necessary for job tasks.
Recruitment Setup and Teardown: Must be capable of setting up and tearing down equipment and materials for recruitment events, which may involve bending, lifting, and carrying.
Extended Periods on Feet: This position may require long hours spent standing during recruitment events. Candidates should be able to stand, walk, and perform job duties for extended periods.
Walking Campus: Ability to walk around the campus, including participating in visits and camps, which may involve traversing various terrains and buildings.

Job Conditions:
8 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday, some early mornings, some evenings, some weekends. This is an on-campus position. This position requires participation and attendance at mandatory events of the College of Engineering and Engineering Institute for Energy and Petrochemical Industries (EPI) which may require flexibility in hours worked including outside the normal business hours. The Transfer Enrollment Counselor is expected to travel extensively within Lamar University’s recruitment zones and maintain a reliable vehicle for travel.
Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:

Health, dental & vision insurance 
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree OR Combination of college credit and applicable higher education experience may be substituted while actively pursuing bachelor’s degree

EEO Statement:

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement:

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 or more years of progressive higher education experience or related recruitment field.
Prior experience working with transfer student population.
Prior experience in a college recruitment environment, demonstrating a familiarity with the details and demands of student outreach, student services, enrollment, yield, and retention.
Proficiency and experience in utilizing a range of technologies, which may encompass, but are not limited to, systems like Banner, MyScholarships,, purchasing systems, booking platforms, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems/Slate, etc.
Proficiency in advanced technical and computer skills to support administrative functions, including but not limited to the MS Office Suite, with a strong focus on PowerPoint, Excel, and database management.
Familiarity with electronic calendar management and various videoconferencing applications like Outlook, Zoom, MS Teams, MS Office, Slate, etc.

Security Sensitive Statement:

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary:

$41,809 - $54,352

Posting Date:

01/17/2025

Open Until Filled:

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