Remote Admissions Operations Assistant

The New School; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The New School in Chicago is seeking a versatile Admission Operations Student Assistant to provide general office support for the Operations team. You will help with mail processing, CRM checks, and consolidating records while responding to inquiries from prospective applicants.

The role is hybrid/remote with occasional on-campus presence. Compensation is $17 per hour for 10–20 hours per week, and you will uphold confidentiality and strong communication while supporting admission activities.

Qualifications

• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Energetic, personable and team-oriented.
• Strong work ethic; ability to take direction and follow through.
• Experience working independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to take initiative and remain flexible.
• Working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Open, scan, and process incoming mail.
• Provide administrative support to the Operations team.
• Consolidate applicant and prospect records.
• Perform duplicate checks for applicant records in our CRM.
• Respond to prospective applicant inquiries via email.
• Maintain current knowledge of admission and student services areas.
• Assist in admission-related mailings.
• Participate in special projects as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Independent work

Initiative & flexibility

Google Suite & MS Office

Job description

The New School in Chicago is seeking a versatile Admission Operations Student Assistant to provide general office support for the Operations team. You will help with mail processing, CRM checks, and consolidating records while responding to inquiries from prospective applicants.

The role is hybrid/remote with occasional on-campus presence. Compensation is $17 per hour for 10–20 hours per week, and you will uphold confidentiality and strong communication while supporting admission activities.