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RECRUITER

Louisiana Department of State Civil Service

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Compensation
$35K/yr
Location
Natchitoches, LA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Louisiana Department of State Civil Service is hiring a RECRUITER. Northwestern State University's Office of University Recruiting is seeking qualified applicants for the Recruiter position. The role involves coordinating high school visits, administering campus tours, managing communications with prospective students and counselors, and preparing reports on recruitment activities. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and have experience in public relations, with a preference for those familiar with educational environments and student engagement.

Key focus areas include Participate in official NSU events such as recruiting receptions and counselor luncheons, Coordinate with high school counselors to schedule visits and give presentations, and Administer campus tours during weekdays and weekends for students and parents.

Preferred (not required): Communication, Problem Solving, Educational Environment Knowledge, and High School And College Student Interaction.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationProblem SolvingEducational Environment KnowledgeHigh School and College Student Interaction

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreePublic Relations ExperienceWorking Knowledge of Educational EnvironmentUniversity Activities InvolvementAbility Working With High School and College Age Students

Full job description

RECRUITER

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RECRUITER

Salary

$35,020.00 Annually

Location

Natchitoches, LA

Job Type

Unclassified

Job Number

999136

Department

Northwestern State University

Opening Date

08/12/2026

  • Description

  • Benefits

About this Job

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

To apply: Please submit letter of application, resume, transcript(s), and at least three (3) professional references [email protected].

Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.

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

Notice of Non-Discrimination

(Full Disclosure)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email [email protected].

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and noticed that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall or email [email protected]. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library or email [email protected]. 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 [email protected].

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required with experience working in public relations or related area.

Preferred:

  • Working knowledge of and experience working in an educational environment.

  • Demonstrated experience and active involvement in University

activities, especially at the undergraduate level.

  • Strong communication and problem solving skills.

  • Demonstrated ability in working with high school and college age students.

Job Specification

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES % OF TIME DESCRIPTION

10% - Participation at all official NSU Events, especially those executed by the office including N-Side View Day, Literary Rally, Recruiting Receptions, Counselor Luncheons, Cheer Camps, and others deemed by the Director of Recruiting.

40% - Coordinate with high school counselors to schedule visits, give Northwestern presentations, and attend career/college night programs at high schools located in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

20% - Administer campus tours throughout a working week and on weekends to accommodate students and their parents.

10% - Answer phones, fill requests, and assist in any office endeavors that may be required.

10% - Write, call, visit and follow up on all prospective students.

10% - Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly reports that evaluate individual accountability in student recruitment.

Job Duties and Other Information

  • Student recruitment to include large and small group presentations for college day and night programs, as well as other established high school visits.

  • 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.

  • Represent the University in a positive manner at all times. 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 conferences.

  • Administer campus tours throughout a working week and weekends to accommodate students and parents.

  • General involvement in other admissions and recruiting duties as assigned by the Director.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Employer

State of Louisiana

Address

1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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