Higher Education & Career Services Professional with extensive experience in Management, Recruitment, & Student Services
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Higher Education & Career Services Professional with extensive experience in Management, Recruitment, & Student Services

Leslie C. Long
LLONG.DWR@GMAIL.COM
4221 Lake Trail Dr.
Kenner, LA 70065
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Professional Summary
Higher Education and Career Services Professional with extensive experience in Management, Marketing, and Recruitment. Areas of expertise include career advising, project planning, and goal setting. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and connect with students to reach outlined goals.

Experience
Asst. Director of High School & Field Admissions, Spartan College, Tulsa, OK Sept. 2017-May 2018
• Accurately depicted programs of study offered at Spartan College to recruit qualified new students within the state of Louisiana
• Utilized public speaking abilities to conduct High School Presentations and In-Home Presentations to potential students, parents, teachers, and counselors
• Developed and managed new student caseloads to effectively support throughout the pre-entry period
• Assisted students in achieving their pre-start objectives and acted as a liaison between students and all departments prior to Spartan orientation
• Contacted all new/open inquiries and participated in College Fairs, Career Days, and other high school recruitment events and activities
• Attended training tele-conferences as necessary and completed all required state or compliance testing / training

Center Manager, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of La. Foundation, Kenner, LA Oct. 2016 – Sept. 2017
• Managed the Bilingual Workforce Training & Business Development Program under the WIA contract with Jefferson Parish
• Provided career consulting to program participants and assist them in identifying employment opportunities, creating resumes, applying to positions, and preparing them for interviews
• Created and executed all marketing efforts for the program: Social Media, Brochures/Flyers, Press Releases, weekly E-blast campaigns, Radio Show interviews, and general networking
• Oversaw program funding by preparing invoices, recording spending, and working within budget
• Coordinated and adhered to all grant requirements through reporting and tracking of all participant outcomes in regard to job placement, continuing education, and employment training test scores
• Developed and organized seminars, events, and supplemental programs to enhance professional and business development to the community

Director of Career Services, ITT Technical Institute, St. Rose, LA June 2012-Sept. 2016
• Managed and implemented marketing plans to achieve graduate employment goals
• Built and maintained relationships with local and regional corporations and organizations
• Oversaw training and development of the Career Services staff
• Developed and maintained systems used to identify employment opportunities for students
• Assisted graduates in securing employment in their field of study
• Provided career coaching and interview techniques through seminars and workshops
• Maintained department compliance with government and accreditation regulations
• Scheduled VIP visits with local, state, and federal elected public officials to improve reputation development
• Organized and sets the Career Services Program annually
• Oversaw maintenance of Career Services database
• Coordinated Program Advisory Committee Meetings with local employers and industry professionals
• Served as a member of the school’s Student Success Committee



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Admissions Representative, ITT Technical Institute, St. Rose, LA Nov. 2011- June 2012
• Conducted face-to-face or personal interviews, telephone interviews and e-mail correspondence to identify high school and adult student prospects to determine their educational needs, concerns and interests
• Responsible for facilitating orientation and Registration day activities
• Closely assisted and mentored students through the Admissions process
• Ensured compliance with applicable Company policies and procedures, laws and regulations
• Verbally communicated approved presentations to promote programs to prospective adult and high school students
• Actively generated referral business to help maintain Company goals
• Participated in school retention efforts by maintaining productive contact with his/her active students through graduation
• Actively participated in special recruiting promotional activities

Career Services Specialist, ITT Technical Institute, St. Rose, LA Aug. 2011-Nov. 2011
• Provided career services to students, graduates and alumni by building relationships with local corporate, non-profit and government employers as well as providing career counseling
• Developed and implemented marketing plans to achieve graduation employment goals
• Built effective relationships with local and regional corporations, non-profit and government organizations and community partners to identify employment opportunities for the school’s qualified students and graduates
• Conducted professional presentations to employers and students
• Assisted students and graduates in securing employment in their field of training.
• Provided career coaching, including seminars and workshops on interviewing techniques and other job search skills training to students and alumni
• Ensures the up-to-date maintenance of the Career Services database, documentation, reports and students records in accordance with company policies, government regulations and accreditation standards
• Participated in public relation activities promoting ITT Tech and served on school’s Advisory Committee

Sales Manager-HR Director, Global Staffing, New Orleans, LA Nov. 2009-July 2011
• Solicited hospitality staffing services to hotels, restaurants, and catering companies in the NOLA area
• Created and coordinated the schedule for staffed events while managing efforts of the scheduling team
• Conducting marketing efforts through emails, customer service visits, and attending networking events
• Prepared necessary paperwork concerning proposals, contracts, wage verification letters, and office memos
• Responsible for recruiting and placing applicants to proper corresponding positions within the hospitality industry
• Resolved customer service issues regarding “no shows”, last minute requests, and other operational issues
• Consulted with staff members on raises, check problems, job related concerns, etc…
• Assisted in event staff orientations, on-site event managing, and interview preparation
• Preformed other general office duties such as accounting, inventory, office purchases, and appointment setting

Education
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA December 2002
Bachelor of Science, Information Systems and Decision Sciences
Minor: Spanish
Skills
Computer
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, & Publisher
Languages
Fluent in Spanish