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Texas State University

Admissions Specialist

🇺🇸 Remote - San Marcos, TX

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $2,833 per Month

💻 Enrollment

🗓️ May 28th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Texas State University is hiring an Admissions Specialist. This role involves performing various office support tasks related to Undergraduate Admissions processing, including ensuring that applications, transcripts, and credentials are received, accurately filed, and promptly reviewed. Responsibilities also include analyzing and evaluating applications, performing data entry, and applying admissions policies and procedures.

Highlights

  • Analyze and evaluate applications, transcripts, and credentials.
  • Perform data entry in student information systems.
  • Requires knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Monthly salary is $2,833.33 plus qualifications-based increments.
  • A high school diploma or GED is essential; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Experience with Banner or a comparable student information system is advantageous.

Admissions Specialist Full Description

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Admissions Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
  • This position can be 100% remote or hybrid in-person/remote.
  • TXST Global Admissions will not sponsor or transfer Visa sponsorship for this position.
  • Occasional overnight travel and work beyond normal 8-5 M-F may be required during peak business periods.
Posting Information
 Posting Information 
Posting Number  | 2025507
Posting/Functional Title  | Admissions Specialist
University Pay Plan Title  | Undergraduate Admissions Specialist
Location  | San Marcos, Other - Remote Work
Department  | Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Recruitment Type  | Open to All
Job Type  | Full-Time
Funding Source  | Permanent
Monthly Salary  | $2,833.33 + commensurate with qualifications
Job Category  | Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.  | Dependable and strong work ethic Display a positive attitude and show initiative to enhance processes Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to multitask and work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment Ability to follow directions, adapt to change, and to be coachable Ability to make decisions or problem solve Attention to detail Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite High School Diploma or GED; Available and willing to work extra and/or irregular hours or days during peak work periods to include weekends and nights.
Preferred Qualifications  | Experience working in higher education setting Bachelor’s Degree Experience with Banner or comparable student information system Direct experience working in a college admissions processing office
Job Description  | Reporting to the Assistant Director of Processing. This position performs office support tasks in all aspects of Undergraduate Admissions processing. This position is responsible for ensuring applications, transcripts and other credentials are received, filed appropriately, and reviewed in a timely manner. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Job Duties  | Analyze and evaluate applications, transcripts, and other credentials Perform data entry in student information systems Review, evaluate, and validate information in multiple systems Understand and apply admissions policies and procedures Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Additional Information to Applicants  | This position can be 100% remote or hybrid in-person/remote. TXST Global Admissions will not sponsor or transfer Visa sponsorship for this position. Occasional overnight travel and work beyond normal 8-5 M-F may be required during peak business periods.
Job Open Date  | 05/27/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)  | 06/10/2025
Open Until Filled  | No
Normal Work Days  | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start  | 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End  | 5:00PM
Posting Notices  | You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Legal and Required Notices  | Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?  | • Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions


By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Link  | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52698
Applicant Document
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. DD 214/DD1300
  2. Veteran's Preference 
  3. Licensure
  4. Certifications
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * In your own words, please describe what being dependable with a strong work ethic" means to you and how you fit this qualification. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  2. * Describe your ability to follow directions, adapt to change, and to be coachable. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  3. * Describe a time you had to make decisions or problem-solve in a work setting. 
    (Open Ended Question)
  4. * Do you have experience using student information systems? (ex. Banner) 
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have prior professional experience in college admissions? 
    • Yes
    • No
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