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University of Texas at Arlington

Admissions Specialist

🇺🇸 Arlington, TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $35 per Hour 💻 Enrollment 🗓️ May 3rd, 2026

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The University of Texas at Arlington is hiring an Admissions Specialist. This role involves processing admissions records by sorting, scanning, routing mail related to student applications, and verifying application documents and fee payments to manage new and returning student records effectively.

Highlights
  • Review new and returning student records for admissions purposes.
  • Verify admissions documents to ensure records and fee payments match student applications.
  • Scan transcripts from various educational institutions into the imaging system and assign workflow for evaluation.
  • Correspond with students and educational officials regarding admission documents.
  • Input transcript data for system reading and record retrieval.
  • Use Brainware system and Student Information System for document processing.
  • High School Diploma or GED with one year of relevant experience required.
  • Preferred experience includes prior admissions work in higher education.
  • Salary commensurate with experience up to $34,900 hourly.
  • Position supports the Systems department and contributes to enrollment goals.

Admissions Specialist Full Description

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S06736P
Position Title Admissions Specialist
Department Systems
Location Arlington
Position Status Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00pm
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $34,900.
Pay Basis Hourly
Job Summary
The Admissions Specialist will provide entry-level admissions record processing by sorting, scanning/imaging, search matching, and routing of mail as it pertains to student applications. Responsible for review and management of new and returning student records for admissions purposes and verification of application documents, fee payments, and other admission documents. Perform work in ways that contribute to the university’s successful achievement of enrollment goals. Foster 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 Duties and Responsibilities
  • 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.
  • Corresponds with students, officials of high schools, and institutions of higher education concerning admission application documents.
  • Inputting transcript documents to be read by Brainware system and Student Information System for record retrieval.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED and one (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 and Abilities
  • Attention to detail.
  • Extreme accuracy in the maintenance of academic records.
Other Requirements
Workplace and Eligibility Conditions
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits

To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal 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.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100.

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.
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 ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD or equivalent
  2. * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
    • None/less than 1 year
    • 2 to 3 years
    • 4 to 5 years
    • 6 years or more
  3. * How many years of experience do you have with time management and prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment?
    • Less than 1 to 2 years
    • 2 to 3 years
    • 3 to 4 years
    • 4 to 5 years
    • 5 to 6 years
    • 7 years or more
  4. * What is your skill level in analyzing and interpreting student data, transcripts, and placement results? (Proficient is the highest level).
    • No skills/basic
    • Intermediate
    • Advanced
    • Proficient
  5. * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
    • Aspiring Leaders Program
    • MavsSupervisor Success Program
    • MavsManager Foundations Program
    • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
    • None of the above
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume or CV

Optional Documents

  1. Cover/Interest Letter
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