Temporary Clerical, Undergraduate Admissions

Wayne State University•Detroit, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Wayne State University is seeking temporary clerical support for Undergraduate Admissions Operations at its Detroit campus. The role provides records-processing support by handling undergraduate applications, transcripts, supporting documents, and student records across multiple University systems according to established procedures. The employee reviews records for accuracy and completeness, performs data entry and record maintenance, and responds to routine application-related inquiries. The position is fractional-time and temporary. Work takes place in an office environment.

Requirements

High school completion or GED.
At least 2 years of job-related experience.
Accuracy and attention to detail when working with high volumes of records and data.
Basic computer and data-entry skills, with the ability to learn multiple University systems.
Ability to follow established procedures, organize and prioritize assigned work, and communicate effectively with internal and external constituents.

Nice To Haves

Previous clerical or administrative experience.
Previous records processing, data entry, clerical, admissions, or student services experience.

Responsibilities

Process undergraduate applications, transcripts, and supporting documents across multiple University systems.
Review, upload, index, and maintain documents; update application records, statuses, checklist items, and other information according to established procedures.
Review applications and student records for completeness and accuracy.
Perform data entry and routine record cleanup; identify and resolve missing, duplicate, or inconsistent information within established guidelines.
Identify and consolidate duplicate records, including prospect, application, school, and relationship records, and maintain associated documents and data.
Review and maintain school and organization information, including school record cleanup and creating and maintaining CEEB/school codes.
Respond to routine internal and external inquiries about application status, document receipt, and outstanding requirements.
Log communications, processing activities, and record updates as appropriate.
Process assigned records and work queues accurately and timely while maintaining confidentiality of student information.
Refer exceptions and non-routine matters to appropriate staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.