Admissions Assistant

Clemson; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Clemson University in Clemson, SC seeks an Admissions Assistant to support the Honors College's scholarship admissions, recruitment, outreach, and selection processes. This temporary role reports to the Senior Associate Dean and assists with various projects.

Duties include evaluating applicants for National Scholars and Breakthrough Scholars programs, assisting with semifinalist to finalist reviews, supporting events, and helping train staff on evaluation tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience with admissions or scholarship programs is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Honors College leadership on recruitment and outreach projects.
• Assess applications for National Scholars and Breakthrough Scholars programs; manage semifinalist portfolio and assist with finalist recommendations.
• Contribute to admissions events and recruitment activities, including prospective and admitted student events.
• Conduct holistic reviews of a large volume of Honors College applications and help develop reviewer feedback materials.

Skills

Holistic evaluation

Recruitment outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Admissions Assistant# Clemson Careers## Admissions AssistantApply: CLEMSON, SC: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: November 3, 2026 (13 days left to apply): 194589**JOB SUMMARY:**This position serves as a direct report to the Senior Associate Dean to provide assistance for the Honors College's scholarship admissions, recruitment, outreach, and selection processes. Performs other duties as assigned.**JOB DUTIES:**10% - Assists the Honors College and Scholarship Programs leadership teams on assorted projects related to student recruitment and outreach.30% - Honors and Scholarship Programs Recruiting ActivitiesAssesses Honors College applications based on their qualifications for the Honors College’s two signature cohort-based scholarship programs: the National Scholars Program and Breakthrough Scholars Program. Participates in selection of semifinalist stage, manages portfolio of semifinalist applications under consideration for finalist selection and, in consultation with Honors College leadership, may provide recommendations for finalist interview consideration. Contributes to various Honors College admissions and recruiting activities, including but not limited to prospective and admitted student events. Special Projects60% - Applicant Evaluations (60): Conducts holistic reviews of a large volume of Honors College applications. Consults with Admissions Director and Honors College leadership to assess and review evaluation of Honors College applications. Develops reviewer feedback and assists with training materials.**JOB CODE:**CB65**EMPLOYEE TYPE:**Temporary (TMP) Staff (Fixed Term)**Minimum Requirements:** A bachelor's degree. **RESPONSIBILITIES:**JOB KNOWLEDGEFundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNot responsible for supervising employees.BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIESNo fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 50%**WORKING CONDITIONS:**None: %**WORK SCHEDULE:**Standard Hours:15**COMPENSATION INFORMATION:**Expected Salary Range$20 - $25Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.**ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:**Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.**JOB LOCATION:**Clemson, SC**APPLICATION DEADLINE:**November 3, 2026**MILITARY AND VETERAN:****Military Equivalency**: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. **Veteran Preference:** South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.**CLOSING STATEMENT:**Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.