Graduate Admissions Specialist/DSO

University Of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

The University of Idaho is seeking a professional to process graduate admission applications for domestic and international students. The role involves compiling required documentation, evaluating records, and preparing files for admission decisions by the department.

You will also assist callers and walk-ins, provide research to support decision making, and guide applicants on program rules and regulations. Visa sponsorship is available, and the position is full-time at our Moscow campus.

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 (domestic and international) and prepare files for departmental admission decisions.
• Assist telephone and walk-in clients and provide research to support administrative decisions.
• Provide guidance on program rules, requirements and regulations to staff and applicants.

Skills

Experience compiling and analyzing

Independent judgement

Tech proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Student Record System

Electronic application system

SEVIS

Job description

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.

• 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 & Working Conditions

• None

Compensation and Contract

Pay Range: $19.89 or higher depending on experience

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Contract: Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Funding: A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

Posting Date: 09/10/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.