Admissions Coordinator I

A&M University-San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-San Antonio seeks aStaff Admissions Coordinator to plan, develop, implement and recruit for degree and professional certification programs. You will review applications and communicate with applicants about admission status, while coordinating with advisors and program directors.

You will assist with registration by evaluating admissions documents, participate in campus information sessions, and generate data reports for various offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology to track and process students through Graduate School Admissions processes.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with applicants regarding their admission status.
• Initiates communications with academic advisors and program directors about prospective and enrolled students so that screening and advising can be scheduled.
• Assists with registration by evaluating documents required for admissions.
• Participates in campus information sessions.
• Develops and utilizes computer reports to obtain data for reporting.
• Trains student workers for approved tasks and cross trains for selected tasks with Managers.
• Maintains an efficient filing system and provides information to students, faculty, and visitors.
• Collects data and conducts research for Schools and research projects.

Skills

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Higher education knowledge

Recruitment

Marketing

Multitasking

Communication skills

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student information systems

Job description

AgencyTexas A&M University - San AntonioDepartmentOffice of AdmissionsProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationSan Antonio, TexasJob TypeStaffJob DescriptionCoordinates the planning, development, implementation, and/or recruitment of program. Reviews and evaluates applications for degree and professional certification studies using test scores, transcripts, and specific criteria as guidelines.Responsibilities:Communicates with applicants regarding their admission status. Initiates communications with academic advisors and program directors about prospective and enrolled students so that screening and advising can be scheduled.Assists with registration by evaluating documents required for admissions. Participates in campus information sessions.Develops and utilizes computer reports in order to obtain data. Maintains a current manual for office and student information system operations.Trains student workers for approved tasks and cross trains for selected tasks with Managers.Maintains an efficient filing system, providing a source of information to students, faculty, and office visitors.Collects data and conducts research for Schools and research projects.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.Three (3) years of related experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.Knowledge of functions of higher education.Knowledge of recruitment and marketing.Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to present information clearly and concisely.Ability to use technology to track and process students through Graduate School Admissions processes.Ability to collect, write, and report various types of data sets.Applicant Requirement Instructions:Please make sure to provide the following documents:Cover LetterResume / CVProfessional ReferencesFor detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.htmlSummary of Employee Benefits:www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdfTexas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at [phone].All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.