Student Services Specialist - Academic Programs & Records

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a diligent Student Services Associate to provide front-line support for current and prospective students, coordinate academic and graduate program processes, and assist with admissions and records. The role requires strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work with multiple departments and staff to ensure smooth operations.

Based in the Athens area, the position offers a full-time schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) with responsibilities

Qualifications

• Self-starter, team player, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented and highly organized.
• Conscientious and able to work with a variety of individuals.

Responsibilities

• Primary contact for current and prospective students; refer questions to faculty as needed.
• Assist with academic processes: holds, approvals, and minor overrides as appropriate.
• Prepare and distribute graduate assistantship letters and tuition waivers.
• Support Graduate Coordinator with awards, orientations, and related duties.
• Coordinate admissions, records, and policy liaison with the Graduate School.
• Plan and assist with student-related events and term/course planning.
• Enter course proposals in CAPA and assist with Banner course loading.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Detail oriented

Organized

Conscientious

Ability to work with diverse people

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Georgia seeks a diligent Student Services Associate to provide front-line support for current and prospective students, coordinate academic and graduate program processes, and assist with admissions and records. The role requires strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work with multiple departments and staff to ensure smooth operations.

Based in the Athens area, the position offers a full-time schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) with responsibilities