Admission Assistant

Saint Louis University•SLU Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Admission Assistant supports Saint Louis University’s application process by managing applicant data, evaluating transfer credits, and providing customer service to prospective students and families. The role aims to ensure a positive admissions experience while responding sensitively to student needs. The assistant also supports application reviews, recruitment activities, and supervision of student staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in practical trades or other technical/vocational training.
One or more years of related office experience.
Interpersonal and human relations skills.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Planning and organizational skills.
Customer service and telephone skills.
Ability to operate a personal computer and various software programs.
Ability to maintain and implement comprehensive schedules.
Ability to handle multifaceted public relations duties.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Process admission applications, prepare forms, assist with application processing, enter prospect and applicant data into the database, update records, and provide application-status information to students, parents, external educational institutions, and University departments.
Evaluate transfer credits, calculate grade point averages for incoming students, and maintain transfer-credit articulation in admissions information systems according to established guidelines and procedures.
Receive appointments and calls, and respond to telephone and email inquiries.
Participate in recruitment activities; assist counselors with application reviews; compile report data; maintain confidential files; assist with hiring recommendations; and potentially travel to local community colleges and high schools and supervise student staff.
Perform basic troubleshooting and contribute to improving work processes, including learning and integrating new technology, while promoting teamwork.
Perform other duties as assigned.