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Northern Kentucky University

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Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Processing Specialist to provide quality service to students and faculty. The role involves processing admission applications, maintaining academic records, and ensuring accurate information is provided. Candidates should have strong computer skills and effective communication abilities. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required, plus 1 year of related experience.
  • Some college preferred and/or experience working at a college.

Responsibilities

  • Processes incoming admission applications for graduate students.
  • Updates student academic records with transfer credit equivalencies.
  • Maintains the accuracy of the academic record for graduate-level students.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication
Computer Skills
English Grammar
Math Skills
Process Analysis

Education

High School Diploma
Some College

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites
SAP

Job description


Posting Details



Position Information

























Monday-Friday
8:15-4:30












The Processing Specialist will provide quality service to the students, faculty, administration, and general public who contact graduate programs via telephone, email, mail, or in person. The position requires a thorough understanding and knowledge in the areas of university policies and general information, registration, academic records, and course information. In addition, this position requires an understanding of all other processes performed in the office in order to provide quality service.






























Working TitleProcessing Specialist
DepartmentGraduate Education
Compensation TitleProcessing Specialist
Position Number30001853
Position StatusRegular
Work Schedule
Hours per Week37.5
Months per Year12
Purpose of Position
Primary Responsibilities
* Processes incoming admission applications for graduate students into graduate-level academic programs at NKU, working closely with the Office of Graduate Education at NKU.


* Updates the student academic record with transfer credit equivalencies for graduate students.


* Processes and updates changes to a student's academic program concentration.


* Process and post-course grade changes for graduate-level students.


* Assists with the verification of degrees awarded for graduate students at NKU (i.e. using Degree Verify).


* Maintains the accuracy of the academic record for graduate-level students, with other processing work, as needed, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Diploma is a minimum, plus one year of related experience is required.


Some college is preferred, and/or some experience working at a college.


Excellent computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suites and SAP. Interpersonal communication skills, excellent use of English grammar and math skills. The ability to analyze processes in order to improve efficiency.
Minimum EducationHigh School Diploma
Preferred EducationSome College
Minimum Experience1 year
SalaryMinimum of $16.01 per hour
Pay GradeS66




Posting Detail Information























Requisition Number2025S2201
Job Open Date05/16/2025
Job Close Date
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14795
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