Graduate Assistant - Undergraduate Admissions

University of South Dakota; Vermillion (SD); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 23.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The University of South Dakota is looking for Graduate Assistants to support undergraduate admissions operations in Vermillion, SD. You will help with outreach to prospective students, handle inquiries, and guide families through the admissions process.

Collaborating with the admissions team on special projects, preparing communication materials, and maintaining accurate records will be important parts of the role. On-site work and excellent communication are essential for success.

Formación

• Enrollment in a USD graduate program and availability to work on-site in Vermillion, SD.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Customer service and interpersonal skills; comfortable with prospective students and families.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities; handle multiple tasks with deadlines.
• Willingness to learn admissions systems and databases.
• Professionalism and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsabilidades

• Meet one-on-one with prospective students and families.
• Support territory management and special admissions projects.
• Respond to inquiries via email and phone.
• Assist with admissions application review process.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Admissions databases

Teamwork

Educación

Enrollment in USD graduate program

Herramientas

Admissions databases

CRM software

Descripción del empleo

Graduate Assistants support the daily operations of the University of South Dakota’s Undergraduate Admissions Office, including assisting with prospective student outreach, responding to inquiries, and guiding students and families through the admissions process. The role also involves collaborating with admissions staff on special projects, preparing communication materials, and maintaining accurate records to ensure a positive and informative experience for families. Typical responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Meeting 1-on-1 with prospective students and their families
• Supporting the Admissions team with territory management and management projects
• Helping in managing inquiries and applicants through email and phone communication
• Assisting with the admissions application review process

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a graduate program at the University of South Dakota and availability to work on-site in Vermillion, SD.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Customer service and interpersonal skills; comfort working with prospective students, families, and campus partners.
• Organizational and time-management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn admissions systems and databases.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in an office environment.