Student Records Specialist

Student Records SpecialistMcNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Student Records Specialist. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, position. The appointment is available October 1, 2026.DEPARTMENT: Office of AdmissionsPOSITION NUMBER: U99982SALARY: $36,000REPORTING AUTHORITY: Director of AdmissionsDEADLINE: Position will remain open until filled.APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: Applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload the required documents listed below:Letter of Application (Cover Letter)ResumeList of Three (3) Professional References (Include: name, phone number, and email address)Unofficial TranscriptsONLY completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Required application materials WILL NOT be accepted after the deadline, if applicable.

Applications may be rejected if incomplete.CONTACT INFORMATION:QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION MAY BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR:Kourtney Istre Nunez at of Human Resources Contact :Kim Dronett, HR Analyst/Employment Liaison: Duties/ResponsibilitiesProcess applications for all graduate and international studentsDetermine admissibility of applicants by adhering to and independently applying rules, policies, and regulations mandated by the Louisiana Board of Regents, the Louisiana Legislature, the University of Louisiana System, and McNeese State University.Compute grade point averages to equate with University standards. Scrutinize applicant data to determine residency, classification, entry status, eligibility, transferability of credit, English proficiency, and the need for additional documentationEnter prospective student data into the Student Information System and/or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system as well as maintain and run reports on applicantsMaintain current knowledge of Banner (Student Information System), Recruit (CRM), BDM (scanning system), Argos, and other systems used by the UniversityProcess incoming and outgoing mail for the Admissions Department. Code, scan, and index those documents into the BDM. Download official electronic transcripts through the certified databases and index them into the student's electronic fileAssist with loading and processing official test scores received by the universityAssist prospective students in person, over the phone, texting, and via emailWork closely with faculty and staff to assist prospective students with the admission and advising processAll duties shall be conducted in a manner which provides a positive reflection of the UniversityComplete all other duties as assigned by the Director of Admission or the Executive Director of Enrollment ManagementRequired/Preferred QualificationsRequired :Bachelor's degree from a regionally accreditedSelf-starter with the ability to exercise initiative, independence, and maturity as well as function with limited supervisory interventionAttentiveness to detail and ability to work independentlyExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to generate clear, concise, and grammatically correct business correspondence and other documentsStrong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple requests and handle them in an efficient and timely mannerStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsCommitment to customer service and teamworkAbility to thoroughly understand, communicate, and abide by federal and university guidelines regarding student record confidentiality requirementsProficiency in the use of computers; knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; and ability to search and obtain information from the internet.Preferred :Experience with Ellucian BannerExperience in professional officeKnowledge of international educational systemsGeneral University InformationMcNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement.

A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Dr. Desmond Wallace, Office of Inclusive Excellence: Voice: ; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: ; or Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment.

McNeese participates in E-Verify.Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a university-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services ( or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. (