Admissions Counselor / Evaluator, UNLV Enrollment Management, International Processing [R0149887]

University of Nevada Las Vegas•Las Vegas, MD

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About The Position

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Admissions Counselor / Evaluator, UNLV Enrollment Management, International Processing [R0149887] ROLE of the POSITION The Admission Counselor/Evaluator, reporting to the Assistant Director of Processing, is responsible for evaluating applications for admission, managing auditing reports to help expedite admissions decisions, and troubleshooting issues related to application processing. This individual also attends recruitment events as needed. Administrative work includes reviewing and evaluating application materials and transcripts, entering data into the CRM (Salesforce) and student information system (PeopleSoft), and working with the Degree Audit Team to ensure rapid and accurate transfer equivalency decisions. Frequent communication with Admission Counselor/Recruiters, Registrar staff, academic advisors, and applicants occurs via email and phone. This position also serves as an Admissions liaison for various advising centers to ensure a smooth enrollment process for incoming students and also to assist in any questions regarding the accuracy of an applicant’s academic record. Counseling work entails meeting with and speaking by phone to potential and current applicants explaining the admissions process, the evaluation process, standards of admission, and providing advice to constituents upon future coursework that would enable one to satisfy core requirements for entry. All positions in Academic Affairs contribute to our core mission: to increase enrollment and promote equitable student success. By addressing systemic obstacles and implementing strategic services, programs, and support, this position will play a part in enhancing student enrollment, retention, successful progression, timely completion, and equitable outcomes, in order to meaningfully contribute to the institution's commitment to expand access, grow enrollment, and promote career-ready student success that leads to timely graduation. As with all Academic Affairs positions, it is expected that this role will be filled by a person who subscribes to and exemplifies the university's core values in all interactions; demonstrates professionalism and collegiality; is collaborative and a team player; is ethical, transparent, and abides by all university, NSHE, and State laws, policies, and procedures as appropriate to the position; and embraces inclusion to promote belongingness for students, faculty, staff, community partners, and campus guests. With administrative faculty positions, some evening and weekend work may be necessary and there may be occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
1 - 3 Years of Related Professional Experience
Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based

Responsibilities

evaluating applications for admission
managing auditing reports to help expedite admissions decisions
troubleshooting issues related to application processing
attending recruitment events as needed
reviewing and evaluating application materials and transcripts
entering data into the CRM (Salesforce) and student information system (PeopleSoft)
working with the Degree Audit Team to ensure rapid and accurate transfer equivalency decisions
Frequent communication with Admission Counselor/Recruiters, Registrar staff, academic advisors, and applicants occurs via email and phone
serves as an Admissions liaison for various advising centers to ensure a smooth enrollment process for incoming students and also to assist in any questions regarding the accuracy of an applicant’s academic record
meeting with and speaking by phone to potential and current applicants explaining the admissions process, the evaluation process, standards of admission, and providing advice to constituents upon future coursework that would enable one to satisfy core requirements for entry