Admissions Specialist

Indiana Wesleyan University; Marion (IN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Wesleyan University is seeking an Admissions Specialist in Marion, IN, offering a Hybrid (2 Office / 3 Remote) schedule. The role involves verifying and evaluating application materials for National & Global Education programs to determine admission status and support post-acceptance file maintenance.

The position requires a High School Diploma. Preference is given to candidates with higher education experience and strong organizational, confidentiality, and communication skills for

Qualifications

• Strong Christian commitment and adherence to IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
• Experience in higher education preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse communities and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate applicant files for admission and determine eligibility for programs.
• Enter transfer work into the student information system.
• Coordinate with enrollment areas on requirements, acceptance issues and current status.
• Prepare student evaluations and maintain accuracy throughout programs.
• Work with academic advising staff to address credit transfer questions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Confidential information

Communication skills

Transcript evaluation

Independence & collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Questions? Contact the Employee Success and Care Center (formerly HR)

Admissions Specialist

Job no: 495188
Work type: Hourly (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN, Hybrid (2 Office / 3 Remote)
Categories: Admissions/Recruiting/Enrollment

Job Title: Admissions Specialist

Reporting Relationship: Associate Director of Admissions

Unit: National & Global

Department: N&G Enrollment Operations & Student Services

Summary of Position

The Admissions Specialist will verify, review and evaluate application materials for National & Global Education programs in order to determine admission status as well as post acceptance admission file maintenance and updates.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate all applicant files for admission. Have proficient knowledge of all National & Global programs in order to determine student eligibility into individual programs
• Enter all transfer work into student information system
• Coordinate with enrollment areas on application requirements, acceptance issues and current student status
• Prepare student evaluations on all applicants and ensure the continued accuracy of the evaluation throughout the length of the program
• Work with academic advising staff to solve credit transfer questions

Qualifications

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• High School Diploma

Experience

• Experience in higher education preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures

Required Skills

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to set and reset priorities in a fast-paced, multi-task work environment
• Ability to attend to details with a high level of accuracy
• Sensitivity for managing confidential information
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Analytical thinking skills relating to complicated transcript evaluation
• Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised: 07 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 13 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time