Advisor, Office of Admissions

Adtalem Global Education; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 25.761 - 38.572; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match

15 Paid Vacation Days each Calendar Year

12 Paid Holidays + 2 floating holidays

Zusammenfassung

An educational institution is looking for an Advisor for the Office of Admissions who will evaluate student admissions and transcripts. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree and have at least 2 years of experience in higher education settings. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Expected salary is between $18.70 and $28.00 per hour, with additional benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in higher education admissions or academic advising.
• Ability to evaluate student transcripts.

Aufgaben

• Review all applications and administer the admissions decisions process.
• Evaluate transfer credit based on standards.
• Prepare official determination regarding admissions.

Kenntnisse

Evaluate student transcripts

Computerized systems

Data compilation

Organizational skills

Written communication

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree

Jobbeschreibung

Job Overview

Advisor, Office of Admissions at Adtalem Global Education.

Walden University, an Adtalem Global Education institution, supports a diverse community of adult learners from across the U.S. and other countries, who seek to achieve their academic goals and make positive, lasting social change in their professions and communities. Walden offers more than 100 online degree and certificate programs for students pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral or certificate. Walden University has graduated more than 174,000 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday).

Opportunity at a Glance

Under general supervision, determine student applicants' admissibility to the University. Evaluate transcripts and award transfer of credit based on standards and guidelines developed by the schools; provide decisions to appropriate administrative offices. Review admission requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and related issues.

Responsibilities

• Reviews all applications and administers the admissions decisions process as developed and defined by the individual Schools.
• Special admissions cases and requests for exceptions to policies will be reviewed by the Manager of Admissions, and in ambiguous cases the Faculty Chair/Dean will make the final determination.
• Awards transfer of credit based on standards and guidelines developed by the schools; provides decisions to appropriate administrative offices.
• Prepares official determination regarding admissions and transfer of credit for review.
• Provides unofficial assessment of transfer of credit for prospective students. Reviews admission requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and related issues.
• Responds to inquiries from faculty and internal student service groups.
• Supervises the transcription of transfer awards into the student information system once official evaluations are completed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 2+ years Higher Ed experience within an Admission, Academic Advising, or Registrar Office.
• Ability to evaluate student transcripts and records.
• Skill in the use of computerized systems and databases.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Skill in examining and re‑engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Excellent written communication and oral presentation skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, changing environment.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $18.70 and $28.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job‑related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the following benefits.

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• 15 Days of Paid Vacation Days each Calendar Year
• 12 Paid Holidays + 2 floating holidays

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation.