Admissions Coordinator - Tepper School of Business
- Employer
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 1, 2022
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The Tepper School of Business lives at the heart of Carnegie Mellon University, guided by a mission to transform the world, pioneering and innovating at the intersection of business, technology, and analytics.
Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business is searching for an Admissions Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing essential support by coordinating administrative and secretarial/clerical assistance for specific programs and projects. This position will work closely with the department head or business manager to ensure that projects and/or programs are run smoothly. This position may be the only support staff for a particular program or project area so an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the practices, policies, and procedures is critical.
Core responsibilities will include:
- Serves as the initial point of contact for prospective students
who contact the Admissions Office through telephone, email and
walk-ins
- Manages in-person experience during campus visit (e.g. class
visits, lunch with students tours, and interviews) to ensure
candidates have a positive experience
- Determines appropriate action required for individuals and
provides information about the program offerings and admissions
policies or coordinates appointments with Admissions Officers as
appropriate for candidates who are interested in a more in-depth
conversation about masters programs offered by Tepper
- Ensures that candidate information is captured in the Slate
system
- Assists with follow-up emails and calls with prospective
students and applicants to support event and recruiting
activities
- Manages post-admission yield activities for incoming students
to ensure an efficient onboarding process including original
transcript receipt/confirmation, processes deposits and creates
records in University database (S3) and Office of International
Education portal
- Process applications for MS in Product Management program
during summer months
- Performs office budget management duties including purchasing
and reconciliation of financial transactions; coordinating contract
and payment process for advertising purchases; filing materials and
records; reconciling invoices, requesting/approving payment to
outside vendors
- Handles travel and campus visits for Admissions including
transportation, hotel, and car rental reservations, conference
registration, workshops, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High School or GED required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree
preferred
- 1-3 years of relevant work experience
- Successful Background Check
CMU’s COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: As a condition of employment, Carnegie Mellon University requires all staff and faculty working in the United States to be fully vaccinated, including a booster when eligible, against COVID-19. Prior to commencement of employment, new hires in the United States must provide proof of vaccination or obtain an approved exemption. (Exemptions may be requested for medical reasons or for religious or strong moral or ethical conviction.) Those granted an exemption must comply with all applicable COVID-19 mitigation requirements. The most up-to-date information on CMU's COVID-19 mitigation requirements can be found here: Minimum Requirements to Return to Campus .
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Admissions and Financial Aid
Position Type
Staff – Regular
Full Time/Part time
Full time
Pay Basis
Hourly
More Information:
- Please visit “ Why Carnegie Mellon ” to learn more about
becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change
the world.
- Click here to view a listing of employee benefits
- Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity
Employer/Disability/Veteran .
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