Graduate Admissions Specialist/DSO

University of Idaho Careers; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho is seeking a Graduate Admissions/DSO to process domestic and international graduate applications. You will compile documentation, evaluate records, and prepare files for admission decisions while assisting callers and walk-ins.

You will also guide staff on program rules and immigration procedures and review eligibility for immigration documents. The role requires US citizenship or permanent residency eligibility, attention to detail, and experience with SEVIS

Qualifications

• Experience compiling and analyzing information from electronic sources.
• Experience exercising independent judgement and discretion.
• Experience using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization.

Responsibilities

• Process graduate admission applications by compiling documentation.
• Evaluate academic records and supporting documents.
• Prepare files for departmental admission decisions.
• Assist telephone and walk-in client contacts.
• Provide guidance on program rules, requirements and immigration procedures.
• Review eligibility for issuance of immigration documents.

Skills

Electronic data analysis

Independent judgement

Office software

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Appointment Information

Working Title:Graduate Admissions/DSO

Division/College:3981-COGS College of Graduate Studies

Department:576-COGS College of Graduate Studies

Location:Moscow

Location Details:

FTE:1

Advertising Pay Range:$19.89 per hour or higher depending on experience

Is this position contingent on work and/or funding:False

FLSA Status: Classified

Type of Appointment: Full Fiscal Year

Position Overview:

This position processes domestic and international graduate admission applications by compiling documentation, including academic and personal information, evaluating academic records and supporting documentation to prepare files for departmental admission approval or denial, assigning appropriate decision, assisting telephone and walk-in client contacts, and providing research necessary in support of administrative decision making. This position also provides guidance and assistance regarding program rules, requirements and regulations to office and graduate program staff and prospective applicants. Reviews eligibility for issuance of immigration documents. Provides support to the overall COGS admission and student support team.

Required Experience:

• Experience compiling and analyzing information from electronic sources
• Experience exercising independent judgement and discretion
• Experience using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required Other:

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident
• Must be eligible to serve as a Designated School Official

Additional Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences, humanities or STEM
• Experience evaluating domestic and international transcripts and credentials
• Experience with SEVIS
• Experience working in an admissions office
• Experience with Student Record System and/or electronic application system
• Experience working cooperatively as part of a team with students, faculty, staff and administrators
• Evidence of effective communication skills

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

none

Posting Information

Open Until Filled: True

Visa Sponsorship:No

Degree Requirement Timeline:N/A - no degree required