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University of Texas at Arlington is hiring an Admission Specialist. The entry-level role processes student admission applications by sorting, scanning, and routing incoming mail and transcripts, and by verifying that application documents and fee payments match the right student record. The specialist also corresponds with students and with high school and college officials about their admission paperwork, supporting the university’s enrollment goals.

Highlights

Process applications by entering and managing new applicants in the candidate management system, confirming that all application materials are included, and evaluating transcripts against the criteria for the desired certification area and GPA.
Communicate application decisions, send payment information, and report final admissions statuses to the coordinator, and transfer accepted applicants’ files to the EPP certification officer for admission.
Review new and returning student records for admissions purposes, and verify that admission documents and fee payments match the correct student application.
Scan transcripts from high schools, colleges, and universities into the imaging system and assign workflow for evaluation processing.
Input transcript documents so that Brainware and the Student Information System can read them for record retrieval.
Correspond with students and with officials of high schools and higher education institutions about admission application documents.
High school diploma or GED plus one year of experience in a role requiring attention to detail and processing accuracy; previous higher education admissions experience is preferred.
Salary of $34,900 annually.
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm schedule, with a hybrid remote and in-office arrangement that may be offered after the probationary period.

Admission Specialist Full Description

Salary

The annual salary for this position ranges from $34,900 to $34,900. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required:

Resume
Cover letter
References (minimum of three)

Purpose of Position

Provides entry-level admissions record processing by sorting, scanning/imaging, search matching, and routing of mail as it pertains to student applications. Responsible for the review and management of new and returning student records for admissions purposes and verification of application documents, fee payments, and other admission documents. Performs work in ways that contribute to the university’s successful achievement of enrollment goals. Fosters a positive working environment that honors the UTA Principles of Community and leads to healthy levels of productivity and contributes to UTA being increasingly known as a great place to work.

Essential Functions

Process applications by inputting and managing new applicants in the candidate management system, ensuring candidates have included all application materials, evaluate transcripts for criteria specific to desired certifications and area and GPA, communicate application decisions, transfer accepted applicants files to EPP certification officer for EPP admission, send payment information, and communicate final admissions statuses to the coordinator.
Review new and returning student records for admissions purposes.
Verifies admissions documents to ensure records and fee payments are matched to the appropriate student application.
Scans transcripts from high schools, colleges, and universities into the imaging system and assigns workflow for evaluation processing.
Inputs transcript documents to be read by Brainware and Student Information System for record retrieval.
Corresponds with students, officials of high schools, and institutions of higher education concerning admission application documents.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and (1) year of experience in a position requiring attention to detail and processing accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in admissions in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Attention to detail
Extreme accuracy in the maintenance of academic records

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm

Hybrid work environment (remote & in-office) may be offered after probational period

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

PreEmployment Background Check

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

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