Academic Assistant

Northern Kentucky University; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Academic Assistant to support the College of Health and Human Services. This role is essential for managing admissions processes and providing administrative support to ensure smooth operations as the college expands its online programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing student experiences and contributing to the growth of innovative academic offerings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 2 years of experience in a professional setting.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with strong data skills.

Responsibilities

• Process admissions for academic programs and maintain tracking spreadsheets.
• Serve as primary contact for prospective students regarding admissions.

Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

M-F 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

This position is to support the evaluation and admission of students applying to Northern Kentucky University, College of Health and Human Services, as well as the administrative support needs associated with accelerated online programs which continue to experience dramatic growth for the college and new programs being added to the academic portfolio. This position is critical to supporting the college infrastructure to meet the academic demands accompanying this growth. This position is a vital component to making the College of Health & Human Services (CHHS) operate efficiently and effectively.

High school diploma with a minimum of 2 years of experience required, preferably in a professional or higher education setting.

Computer skills, with proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)

The position requires good time management, interpersonal, and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to change quickly and to work with little supervision.

Also, requires excellent data skills, keen attention to detail, and a very high accuracy rate.

Working Title	Academic Assistant
Department	College of Health and Human Services
Compensation Title	Academic Assistant, CHHS Dean's Office
Position Number	30025426
Position Status	Regular
Work Schedule
Hours per Week	37.5
Months per Year	12
Purpose of Position
Primary Responsibilities	Admissions processing for academic programs in CHHS: Maintain departmental tracking spreadsheets in Excel (on shared K Drive) to determine the number of applicants, progress in the admission process, the status of admission, and compliance with departmental admission requirements. Close attention to detail, organizational skills, time management, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritize are essential. Work closely with the college admissions team to ensure all applications are processed in a timely manner and changes in admission procedures are clearly communicated to internal and external stakeholders, as well as applicants. Serve as a primary contact for prospective students communicating via phone and email regarding the admissions process as needed. Communicate and collaborate with faculty, staff, and external offices (Office of Graduate Education, Office of Admission, Office of University Registrar) on a regular basis via email and phone. Create and maintain communication from CHHS to new applicants and admits through the admissions process. Work closely with CHHS advising team to provide a seamless transition from admission to advising for new students. Assist with the execution of enrollment strategic planning, including management of wait lists.
Qualifications
Minimum Education	High School Diploma
Preferred Education
Minimum Experience	2 years
Salary	16.01/hr minimum
Pay Grade	S66

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2025S2187
Job Open Date	04/09/2025
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14714
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