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Covista is hiring an Admissions Office Advisor. The role reviews student applications and decides admissibility for Walden University, the online university in Covista's network, and evaluates transcripts to award transfer credit under each school's standards. The advisor works under general supervision and routes special cases to the Manager of Admissions and, for ambiguous ones, to the Faculty Chair or Dean.

Highlights

Review all applications and administer the admissions decision process as defined by each of Walden's individual schools.
Evaluate student transcripts and award transfer of credit according to school guidelines, then send decisions to the appropriate administrative offices.
Prepare official determinations on admissions and transfer of credit for review, and give prospective students unofficial transfer credit assessments.
Escalate special admissions cases and policy exception requests to the Manager of Admissions, with the Faculty Chair or Dean making the final call on ambiguous cases.
Respond to inquiries from faculty and internal student service groups, and oversee the transcription of transfer awards into the student information system once evaluations are final.
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of higher education experience in an admissions, academic advising, or registrar office are required.
Skills in evaluating transcripts and records, using computerized systems and databases, and compiling data into reports, along with attention to detail and strong written and presentation skills.
Pay range of $24.00 to $26.45 per hour, with benefits including a 401k with 6% employer match and 15 paid vacation days.
Hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week, Monday through Thursday.

Admissions Office Advisor Full Description

Job Description

Under general supervision, determine student applicants' admissibility to the University. Evaluate transcripts and award transfer of credit based on standards and guidelines developed by the schools; provide decisions to appropriate administrative offices. Reviews admission requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and related issues.

Responsibilities

Reviews all applications and administers the admissions decisions process as developed and defined by the individual Schools.
Special admissions cases and requests for exceptions to policies will be reviewed by the Manager of Admissions, and in ambiguous cases, the Faculty Chair/Dean will make the final determination.
Awards transfer of credit based on standards and guidelines developed by the schools; provides decisions to appropriate administrative offices.
Prepares official determination regarding admissions and transfer of credit for review.
Provides unofficial assessment of transfer of credit for prospective students. Reviews admission requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and related issues.
Responds to inquiries from faculty and internal student service groups.
Supervises the transcription of transfer awards into the student information system once official evaluations are completed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Required
2+ years of higher education experience within an Admission, Academic Advising, or Registrar Office. Required
Ability to evaluate student transcripts and records.
Skill in the use of computerized systems and databases.
Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
Organizing and coordinating skills.
Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
Excellent written communication and oral presentation skills.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Time management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Additional Information

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $24.00 and $26.45. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
15 Days of Paid Vacation Days each Calendar Year
12 Paid Holidays + 2 floating holidays

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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