Specialist, Admissions & Registration (Weston Center)

Broward College; Austintown Township (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health Insurance

FRS Pension Plan or Investment Plan

Wellness Program

Vacation/Paid Time Off

Winter and Spring Break Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance and Reimbursement

Job summary

Broward College in Weston Center seeks a Specialist, Admissions & Registration to manage admissions files, review applications, and process transcripts with accuracy. You will support students, verify residency, and maintain electronic and paper records, ensuring timely responses to inquiries.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, an Associate’s Degree, and strong MS Office skills. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
• 3–5 years of relevant admissions or related experience.
• Experience with records management and data processing.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify and assess admissions applications and documents according to guidelines.
• Verify residency classification and process applications and transcripts.
• Create and maintain manual and computerized records; manage logs and filing systems.
• Respond to inquiries and provide guidance on admissions policies and procedures.
• Coordinate incoming/outgoing documentation related to admissions and petitions.
• Supervise student workers and train staff when needed.

Skills

MS Office

Customer service

Team leadership

Data management

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Student information system

Job description

Job Profile Summary

Under limited supervision, the purpose of the job is to collect, review and assess applications, transcripts, and related documents for compliance with eligibility for admission. Employees in this job classification are responsible for managing, expediting and maintaining files, records and other documents, and ensuring accurate progression of completed files throughout the admission process. Resolves application processing problems, and coordinates the resolution and/or referral of specific policy-related and procedural problems, processes Petition for Residency documents. Provides quality customer service to students in the performance of their roles. Performs related work as directed.

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

Minimum Education:

• Associate’s Degree required.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Three to five years of relevant experience.
• Experience required is within field or closely related field.

Essential Functions:

• Daily - 15%: Reviews, verifies, and assesses admissions applications and supporting documents in accordance with established guidelines to follow-up on missing or deficient information.
• Daily - 25%: Reviews applications and transcripts with respect to current eligibility of applicants, transcripts, and records and evaluations; initiates, codes, reviews and processes applications. Verifies residency classification.
• Daily - 5%: Creates and maintains manual and computerized records; establishes and maintains logs, filing, and record-keeping systems and ensures that all records are complete, accurate and up-to-date.
• Daily - 5%: Performs data entry and maintains various computer databases; performs analysis and calculations in the processing of data for recurring internal reports.
• Daily - 10%: Responds to inquiries and investigates/resolves problems related to transactions handled by the department; provides advice and guidance via the telephone and in person on the application of admissions policies, procedures and documents.
• Daily - 5%: Serves as a liaison with other departments and operating units in the resolution of day-to-day administrative and operational problems.
• Daily - 15%: Composes, prepares or ensures timely responses to a variety of written requests; prepares documents and composes routine correspondence as required. Processes all functions related to the processing and completion of petitions for refund for Central and WHC campuses.
• Daily - 10%: Provides administrative support to include the expediting and coordinating of incoming and outgoing documentation relative to admissions policy and procedural issues.
• Daily - 5%: Assists with the supervision of student workers to include training.
• Other - 5%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge, understanding and skills in area of responsibility; including an understanding of concepts and principles of related areas and functions.
• Ability to manage own work to job and performance standards. Ability to participate as an active team member
• Ability to lead a group of employees
• Requires intermediate to advanced knowledge of computer systems, i.e. Microsoft Office Products as well as specialized computer systems
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations

Our Culture

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Job Title

Specialist, Admissions & Registration (Weston Center)

Position Number

P0084569

Job Status

Full time Regular

Department

Student Onboarding and Enrollment Communications

Location

Weston Center

Pay Grade

713

Salary

$36,800 - $43,240 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)

Work Shift

First Shift

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday/Weekends/Varies

Hours Per Week

40

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Designated Essential Personnel

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [e-mail].

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.