Admissions Specialist

Palm Beach State College • Lake Worth, TX

10d • $18

About The Position

Responsible for the creation and update of admissions, registration and student records for prospective and current Palm Beach State students in a timely manner. Assists with maintaining College compliance with determining Florida residency per state statute. Reviews and processes transcripts, forms, and enrollment data; provides expertise and trains within the department. The position requires the ability to work a fluctuating schedule, including nights and weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with additional training related to the position
• One year of related experience
• Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) within 30 days of employment
• Skilled in: Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
• Ability to: Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
• Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
• Research information for problem solving
• Regular physical attendance required
• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts student admissions, registration and pre-registration processes, and assists with bulk student registration. This includes document verification, processing corresponding registration materials and preparation for registration process.
• Prepares and reviews documents for completeness and accuracy. Processes and logs documents into system.
• Answers, screens, researches, informs, advises, records, processes and follows-up all customer requests efficiently and expeditiously as received by telephone, mail or personally.
• Acquires knowledge of other staff duties and serves as a backup as necessary.
• Responds to requests from parents and students regarding program, transfers, complaints, and discipline.
• May conduct workshops with parents regarding College or program information requirements.
• Provides consultation and assistance regarding specific matters within area of expertise.
• Coordinates the preparation, administration, and issuance of transcripts, following the policies regarding the preparation, transfer, and release of transcripts.
• Assists students and personnel with operating office equipment such as personal computers, printers, and copying machines, as well as software programs, providing training when necessary.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
• Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
• Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
• State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

What This Job Offers

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