Senior Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Senior Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM CMDA - School of Music (James L Byo (00010414))

Work Location:

0102 Music School Building

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

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.

Job 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%

Additional Requirements:

• Vehicle Operation - University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04. A valid Driver's License is required.

Additional Information:

• Travel as needed; flexible work hours to include nights and weekends; must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time; must be able to lift items 10-30 lbs as needed. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Level: Bachelor's
• Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply—a degree is not required as long as the
  candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.
• Years of Experience: 1
• Specific Experience: Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills; proficiency in computer applications

Preferred Qualifications:

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

LSU’s College of Music and Dramatic Arts is a performing arts community that trains, cultivates, prepares, and rewards excellent artists, educators, scholars, and performers, fostering passion for the arts, collaboration, and the creation of new works. We engage with our community, heightening our collective ability to communicate with expressive power and purpose. Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College is a national flagship institution with world-class intellectual and creative resources. Located in a dynamic city situated on the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge represents the best of Louisiana's vibrant and evocative culture. The state capital, Baton Rouge is a thriving city that is home to both LSU and Southern University and numerous businesses and industrial facilities, with a metropolitan area population of over 700,000.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current CV or Resume, and three references. Any questions can be directed to Susannah Knoll, [email protected]

Posting Date:

October 24, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

January 30, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

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!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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