Senior Staff Assistant 37 views1 application

Job Summary

The Senior Staff Assistant is involved in various stages of the admissions process, working with high volumes of application and related admission credentials for freshman, transfer and international prospective students and applicants

Job Responsibilities

The Senior Staff Assistant is involved in various stages of the admissions process, working with high volumes of application and related admission credentials for freshman, transfer and international prospective students and applicants including:

• Processing and system loading of admissions data at various stages of the admission process including transcripts, test scores and other application documents:
  • Verifying updating student records to ensure all data is correct when applications for admission are received
  • Scanning, indexing and loading documents received both electronically or via the mail within Slate to the appropriate student ID so that all documents can be viewed using the imaging system
  • Working with Student Financial Services to process and post application and deposit payments
  • Processing of application decisions in the Admissions Information System which also generates appropriate communication to students
• Providing descriptive information assistance by telephone, in person and responding to email communications with prospective students and their influentials
• Directly support additional admissions functions and activities as needed or assigned in order to achieve unit goals and objectives
• Other admissions duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

2-5 years related office experience with strong communication skills and significant record keeping experience
1-3 years experience working in Admissions, Higher Education or a related field
A successful candidate will also:

• Have strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
• Be highly flexible and able work in a fast paced, high energy work environment that emphasizes measurable work outcomes to meet institute deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information, which is highly sensitive and personal in nature
• Be able to work confidently with desktop applications, databases and networked information systems.
• Able to work independently and demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing demands