Admissions & Transfer Credit Specialist

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Saskatchewan is hiring a Clerical Assistant in Admissions and Transfer Credit to support domestic and international undergraduate applications. You will evaluate qualifications, transcripts, and documentation, enter data into the SIS, and communicate with applicants and partner institutions.

Responsibilities include reviewing applications, verifying credentials, assisting with transfer credit, and contributing to recruitment and admissions activities while upholding equity,

Qualifications

• An office administration diploma.
• Minimum of two years of related experience within a post-secondary institution, preferably in an admissions or registrar7s office.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise tact, discretion, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to process large volumes of information while maintaining deadlines and accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, data entry, Banner Student Information System, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Recruit.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, processes, evaluates, and makes admission decisions on domestic and international undergraduate applications.
• Organizes and synthesizes information from transcripts, correspondence, examination results, and other applicant documentation.
• Interprets application data and records it in student information systems.
• Verifies the authenticity of high school, post-secondary, and testing credentials with educational institutions and testing agencies.
• Coordinates communications with applicants by drafting and editing correspondence regarding application status and processing related documentation.
• Documents and maintains transfer credit information in the student information system.
• Provides information and updates regarding applicant files and supporting documents to recruitment and admissions staff.
• Responds to inquiries from applicants and university personnel regarding applicant files.
• Assists with training new staff members.
• Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
• Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others, and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement.
• Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position.

Skills

Customer service

Discretion & confidentiality

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Data entry

Banner SIS

CRM Recruit

Education

Office administration diploma

Tools

Banner SIS

CRM Recruit

Job description

The University of Saskatchewan is hiring a Clerical Assistant in Admissions and Transfer Credit to support domestic and international undergraduate applications. You will evaluate qualifications, transcripts, and documentation, enter data into the SIS, and communicate with applicants and partner institutions.

Responsibilities include reviewing applications, verifying credentials, assisting with transfer credit, and contributing to recruitment and admissions activities while upholding equity,