Admissions Associate

University of Akron • Akron, OH

3d • $16

About The Position

Essential Functions: Processes applications, transcripts, and other credentials. Evaluate transcripts and enter information into Slate. Assign admission decision letters and follow up correspondence. Update student records and verify the accuracy of data in the system. Provide information to students, parents and counselors on admissions procedures and academic requirements. Follow up with students regarding the status of their application. Request missing credentials needed to complete students’ admissions files. Generate reports from the student database and distribute them to colleagues. Assist at Admissions recruitment events and visit days, and perform other functions as needed.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma.
• Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in admissions, student services, registrar, financial aid or other high school, college or university setting or professional office.
• Strong communication and customer service skills required.
• Basic computer skills including spreadsheet, database and word processing capabilities required.
• Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of university procedures, policies and administrative structure preferred.
• Some college level coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processes applications, transcripts, and other credentials.
• Evaluate transcripts and enter information into Slate.
• Assign admission decision letters and follow up correspondence.
• Update student records and verify the accuracy of data in the system.
• Provide information to students, parents and counselors on admissions procedures and academic requirements.
• Follow up with students regarding the status of their application.
• Request missing credentials needed to complete students’ admissions files.
• Generate reports from the student database and distribute them to colleagues.
• Assist at Admissions recruitment events and visit days, and perform other functions as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave.
• In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
• All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).
• The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED