Application Services Specialist and Admissions Recruiter

The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Auburn, Alabama, is seeking an Application Services Specialist and Admissions Recruiter to support initial application processing, candidate selection for secondary applications, and GPA recalculation. The role also includes applicant follow-up, interview scheduling, and recruitment travel to engage prospective students.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the Director for Application Services and the Associate Dean for Student Affairs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree desired; some office work experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to interact with a variety of people at different levels
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile
• Commitment to VCOM’s values
• Notary Public eligibility

Responsibilities

• Process initial applications and select candidates for secondary applications.
• Code student records, recalculate GPAs, download data, and create reports.
• Coordinate applicant telephone follow-up and interview scheduling.
• Travel for recruitment events at VCOM-Auburn and neighboring states.
• Support student groups and campus events with the Student Services team.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Notary Public

Job description

Application Services Specialist and Admissions Recruiter

Campus: Auburn

Status: Classified Staff Positions

Overview

The Application Services Specialist is responsible for working with the Director for Application Services in the initial application processing for VCOM Campuses, including reviewing and selecting candidates for secondary applications based on established criteria, coding students, recalculating GPAs, downloading information, and creating reports.

The Application Services Specialist will also work for the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (and secondarily for the Director of Admissions) to participate in applicant telephone follow-up and interview scheduling and activities. The role includes travel to conduct recruitment events for the VCOM-Auburn campus in state and in bordering states as requested by the Associate Dean, Director of Admissions, and the Vice President of Recruitment for other states.

As the Application Specialist, you will work with the Student Services team to support student groups and campus events, maintain periodic contact with prospective and current students, and participate in student events. The position is full-time with the majority of duties provided on campus or during recruitment travel.

Salary

Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 (Starting salary determined based on previous experience, education, and skill set)

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree desired; some office work experience required
• Licensure or certification: N/A
• Experience:
• • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• • Excellent organizational skills
• • Ability to interact with and communicate with a variety of people at different levels
• • Ability to maintain a positive and fresh approach and attitude
• • Ability to be flexible and to problem solve quickly and accurately
• • Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software

Skills

• Good driving record
• Excellent telephone and general communications skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile
• Strong team player
• Commitment to VCOM’s values
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Computer proficiency
• Must be eligible to be certified as a Notary Public

Preferred Qualifications

• Office experience working with transcripts, grades or in a general higher education environment
• Experience working with students or the public
• Strong presentation skills

Successful candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check.

Regular, reliable or predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.