Supplemental Information

Northwestern State University's Office of University Recruiting is seeking qualified applicants for the position(s) of Recruiter, with the Office of University Recruiting.

Salary is commensurate with experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. NSU will review applicants until position(s) is (are) filled with qualified applicant(s).

To Apply:
Submit a letter of application, resume, transcript(s), current official driving record, and at least one (1) letter of recommendation to Van Erikson , Director of Recruiting, Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA 71497. No one will be interviewed without a complete applicant file.

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.

Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Student Advocacy and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 308 of the Friedman Student Union or email obannonj@nsula.edu. Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Taylor Camidge (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required, along with experience working in public relations or a related area. Would prefer applicants with experience working in an educational environment that exhibit strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work with high school and college age students.

All recruiters will report directly to the Director of University Recruiting.

Job Concepts

The Responsibilities Include:

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  Student recruitment to include large and small group presentations for college day and night programs, as well as other established high school visits.
• Schedule and administer campus tours.
• Schedule and administer campus tours throughout a working week, weekends and holidays to accommodate students and parents.
• Participation at all official NSU Events, especially those executed by the office including Nside View Day, Reception, Counselor Luncheons, Cheer Camps, Auditions, and others deemed by the Director of Recruiting.
• Establish and maintain contact with prospective applicants, parents, high school counselors and administrators.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly reports which evaluate individual accountability in student recruitment.
• Always represent the University in a positive manner. Perform all job functions to an optimal degree to create a caring, student-oriented campus.
• Work-related travel, to include extensive overnight and some out-of-state training and confer
• Visit high school counselors, give Northwestern presentations, and attend career/college night programs at high schools located in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi.
• Answer phones, fill requests, and assist in any office endeavors that may be required.
• Write, call, visit and follow up on all prospective students.