Admission Specialist

Job Description

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott, Arizona campus is hiring an Admission Specialist to join the Admissions and Recruitment Team. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott, Arizona campus is respected worldwide for cutting-edge instruction and training for tomorrow’s aviation, aerospace, security and intelligence leaders. Prescott is a mile-high city and its climate reflects seasonable weather excellent for flying. Daytime averages are 80°F in the summer and 45°F in the winter. At 5,000 ft. above sea level, it boasts a mild climate, clean air, pristine wilderness areas, and nearby national forests. The university is a small, private, residential university in the mountains of Arizona with approximately 3,500 students. Staff/faculty/student interaction is highly valued and is a central theme of our campus. It is located 100 miles north of Phoenix and 120 miles south of the Grand Canyon.

Under the direction of the Director of Admissions Operations, an admission specialist is responsible for processing applications for admission to the University for both Graduate and Undergraduate applicants. A specialist will work in supporting the territory managers to achieve the goals of the department. This position’s responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Using Campus Solution along with the CRM to process applications.
  
  
• Using the Imaging system including Workflow to track applicants information such as application form, transcripts, test scores, letter of recommendation and all other documents that are required for an admission decision.
  
  
• Extensive applicants data entry in the student information system.
  
  
• Assisting with Admissions events including Open House, Preview Day, and Orientation.
  
  
• Running Queries and reports to audit applicants information to maintain data integrity.
  
  
• Communicate with other departments including Financial Aid, Record and Registration, and others to provided the necessary information to facilitate their matriculation in to the University.
  
  
• Researching the Imaging archive database for applicants’ documents submitted before the application form in order to speed up the application process and reduce the time it takes to render an admission decision.
  
  
• Process applicants for admission to the University using Campus Solution, Oracle Imaging along with the CRM.
  
  
• Extensive applicants’ data entry in the student information system and running Queries/reports to audit applicants information to maintain data integrity.
  
  
• Assist with Admissions events including Open House, Preview Day, and Orientation.
  
  
• Research the Imaging archive database for applicants’ documents submitted before the application form in order to speed up the application process and reduce the time it takes to render an admission decision.
  
  

ERAU benefits include:

• Retirement Plan - ERAU offers immediate vesting and provides a 6% gift and will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions
  
  
• Two BC/BS health plans – PPO and high deductible plan with a health savings account
  
  
• Tuition waivers for employees, spouses, and dependent children
  
  
• Use of various campus services: fitness center, library, mail room and enjoy observation flights
  
  

Qualifications

• Formal diploma/certificate/degree program of 6-18 months after high school
  
  
• One to three years of work related experience