Admissions Operations Specialist, Undergraduate Admissions Office (Hybrid)

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cornell University’s Undergraduate Admissions Office seeks an Admissions Operations Specialist to process application materials, maintain data accuracy, and support international admissions workflows. The role emphasizes confidentiality, high-volume processing, and service excellence for applicants and school counselors.

The position requires attention to detail, ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, and collaboration with campus partners to ensure smooth admissions operations and

Responsabilidades

• Process undergraduate application materials and supporting documents for first-year and transfer applicants
• Review, analyze, enter, and maintain applicant data in admissions systems
• Review transcripts and other educational documents to determine whether materials meet application requirements
• Reconcile data discrepancies and support data quality initiatives within admissions systems
• Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of student records and admissions data
• Assist with administrative processes related to international student enrollment: support review of financial documentation submitted by admitted international students
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) upon completion of required training, managing international student records and supporting compliance with federal immigration regulations
• Communicate with students regarding admissions, enrollment, and financial aid-related questions, resolving routine issues and appropriately escalating complex concerns
• Collaborate with campus partners to support international student enrollment
• Provide guidance on admissions procedures, application requirements, deadlines, and applicant portal navigation, delivering professional, patient, and service-oriented support throughout the admissions cycle
• Support process improvement efforts and help identify data quality issues within admissions systems

Descripción del empleo

The Opportunity

Every application tells a story, and behind every successful admissions cycle is a team committed to accuracy, service, and operational excellence. As an Admissions Operations Specialist in Cornell University's Undergraduate Admissions Office (UAO), you will play a vital role in supporting prospective students from around the world by processing application materials, maintaining data integrity, supporting international admissions operations, and providing exceptional service to applicants, families, and school counselors.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in handling sensitive information with accuracy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process undergraduate application materials and supporting documents for first-year and transfer applicants
• Review, analyze, enter, and maintain applicant data in admissions systems
• Review transcripts and other educational documents to determine whether materials meet application requirements, verifying the accuracy and completeness of application records and admissions checklists
• Reconcile data discrepancies and support data quality initiatives within admissions systems.
• Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of student records and admissions data
• Assist with administrative processes related to international student enrollment: support review of financial documentation submitted by admitted international students
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) upon completion of required training, managing international student records and supporting compliance with federal immigration regulations
• Communicate with students regarding admissions, enrollment, and financial aid-related questions, resolving routine issues and appropriately escalating complex concerns
• Collaborate with campus partners to support international student enrollment
• Provide guidance on admissions procedures, application requirements, deadlines, and applicant portal navigation, delivering professional, patient, and service-oriented support throughout the admissions cycle
• Support process improvement efforts and help identify data quality issues within admissions systems

About Unit

The Undergraduate Admissions Office (UAO) provides leadership for