Admissions Counselor/Recruiter

Summary

Founded in 1956, the fully accredited Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) was founded as a branch unit of Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College in Baton Rouge (SUBR). SUNO continues to grow, striving to become better each year. Our campus housing is some of the newest in the New Orleans area. SUNO is approved by the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) to join the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference, and offers a full Intramural Sports Program. SUNO offers a variety of academic programs that are challenging and that will ultimately prepare its graduates for success after they have earned their diplomas. SUNO seeks students who are intellectually curious and hardworking. Our admissions staff provides guidance and support needed to help prospective students make important decisions about their education’s future.

The Admissions Counselor/Recruiter serves as a field representative in student recruitment efforts for the Office of Admissions and Recruitment and to meet enrollment objectives by building, managing and maintaining a pre-defined recruitment territory. This individual will serve as the primary contact for local high school counselors and students, as well as coordinate recruiting efforts. The Counselor/Recruiter analyzes student requests and needs and cultivates prospects (traditional and non- traditional, international applicants) through participation in a number of recruitment of activities. He/she will articulate admissions procedures and requirements to prospective students, parents, counselors, etc. and provides follow-up, reviews admission applications and other admission documents and admits eligible student in accordance with University's policies and procedures.

Required education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Education, Counseling, Public Relations or a related field is required.

Preferred education and experience

• Three years of experience in Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Accounts or Registrar preferred.
• Banner experience preferred.
• Knowledge of SUNO operations preferred.
• Experience with high-volume, multi-line call center experience preferred.

How to apply

An up-to-date resume with three letters of reference. A brief (1 page) letter of interest describing why you are interested in the role of Admissions Counselor/Recruiter. For priority consideration, please submit all application materials by May 15, 2023.

Application materials should be sent to hr@suno.edu.

Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Non-Discrimination Statement
In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws.

This commitment applies but is not limited to decisions made with respect to hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other College-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Office of Human Resources.