What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Specialist position at University of Idaho?
University of Idaho
Admissions Specialist
Admissions Specialist
Location: Moscow
Division/College: Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $18.70 per hour or higher commensurate with education and experience
FTE: 1
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
Initiates processing of admission applications by compiling critical file documentation, including sensitive and confidential information; evaluates academic records, determines eligibility for admission, and assigns appropriate admission decision. Assists telephone and walk-in client contacts; provides research necessary in support of administrative decision making
Minimum Qualifications:
- Using computer software and applications for word processing, email and internet research
- Monitoring record systems to identify and correct errors;
- Interpreting, explaining, and applying laws, regulations, and complex policies for multiple or highly specialized programs;
- Analyzing information and researching a variety of sources to identify and resolve problems or issues;
- Working in an environment with multiple, competing demands;
- Entering and retrieving data using a computerized record system;
- Composing and proofreading business correspondence.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
- College education and/or work experience in a college or university setting.
Experience:
- Experience interacting with individuals from varying cultural backgrounds.
- Experience with the Banner administrative database system.
- Experience with Slate customer relationship management (CRM) system.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability to:
- Some knowledge of international educational systems.
- Knowledge of UI policies and procedures, campus facilities, and student support services.
- Familiarity with student records and the organizational structure of higher education institutions.
- Ability to work professionally with the public as well as university staff/faculty.
- Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows, spreadsheet software, electronic mail, and web-based research.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004059P
Posting Date: 08/04/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
This position is open until filled, however, applications received on or before August 20, 2023 will receive first consideration.
Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Applicants:
Please use your letter of qualification to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position.
For resources about how to write a letter of qualification, please visit the HR website here: Applicant Resources - Careers | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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