Admissions Evaluator

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking an Admissions Evaluator to support Graduate School admissions operations. The role focuses on transcript management, applicant identity verification, and processing support to maintain accurate records and timely document handling.

The position emphasizes compliance with university policies and collaboration with students, faculty, staff, and departments to ensure data integrity and smooth admissions workflows.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and two years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in typing, computer applications, and standard office technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Support Graduate School admissions operations through transcript management and applicant identity verification.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and ensure timely receipt and processing of academic documents.
• Manage fraud and identity verification workflows and support admissions data integrity.

Skills

Typing

Office software

Decision making

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Slate

KSIS

MS Outlook

Job description

Admissions Evaluator

Kansas State University

About This Role

The Admissions Evaluator supports Graduate School admissions operations through transcript management, applicant identity verification, admissions systems maintenance, records imaging, and application processing support. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate applicant records, ensuring the timely receipt and processing of academic documents, managing fraud and identity verification workflows, and supporting the integrity of graduate admissions data. The position serves as a key operational resource for applicants, faculty, staff, and academic departments while ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.

About Us

The Graduate School’s mission is to create a graduate education culture that leads to the development of innovative graduate programs and to high quality academic and professional preparedness of a highly skilled workforce that meets the demands of an evolving economy. To partner with local, state, regional, and international communities in building a graduate curriculum and graduate student experience that serves the needs of individuals, families, and society; and support research that confronts some of the world’s most pressing problems. To be a strong voice for graduate students and faculty.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and two years of

Relevant Experience. Requirements May Be Met Through a Combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in typing, computer applications, and standard office technology.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and business correspondence.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate professionally with faculty, students, staff, administrators, and the public.
• Two years of experience in office support, administrative operations, higher education, or a related environment.
• Experience using computer applications, office equipment, and standard office procedures and practices.
• Basic understanding of higher education environments, including academic calendars and the cyclical nature of the academic year.
• Experience with university systems: Slate, KSIS, MS Outlook

Sponsorship Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: September 30th, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$18.04 - $23.00 Hourly