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Admissions Specialist I-

Employer
University of Central Oklahoma
Location
Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jan 17, 2025

Job Details



Position Classification

Regular, full-time, hourly, non-exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?

General Schedule:

The general schedule for this position is 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Position Overview & Job Duties:

This is an in-house admissions position. Daily responsibilities include advising prospective students and interested parties about the University's programs and educational opportunities. Collaborates with other functions (e.g., marketing and School administration) to ensure up-to-date information is provided to potential students. Assist with in-state residency committee, academic appeals committee, and concurrent enrollment programming. May develop orientation materials, handouts, and/or updates for students or prospective students.
  • Processes applications for admission and determines admission decisions for applicants on a daily basis.
  • Counsel students regarding the admissions process, reviews admission applications, conducts initial transcript evaluations, and provides initial academic advisement to incoming students.
  • Determines admissibility and acceptance of all undergraduate admission student types in accordance with professional association guidelines, state mandates, and institutional policies.
  • Maintains familiarity with all UCO, high school, and community college educational programs.
  • Communicates with internal and external constituents to ensure successful student transition.
  • Discusses options with inadmissible students for future enrollment at UCO.
  • Responds to student correspondence in a timely fashion.
  • Assists with on-campus and off campus recruitment activities as needed.
  • Active member of the Residency Committee, Appeals Committee, and Concurrent Enrollment Program Committee.
  • This position must be well versed with The Oklahoma State Regents policies concerning admission and in-state tuition.
Qualifications/Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in job related field or 4+ years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Relate to diverse applicant/student population.
  • Work well under pressure and give attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership, communication, decision-making and organizational skills.
  • Excellent customer service.
  • Microsoft Suite (word, excel, access, etc.).
Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


Company

 University of Central Oklahoma.

With strong connections throughout the Oklahoma City metro, the University of Central Oklahoma is dedicated to developing in students the confidence to succeed through transformative learning experiences. Central prides itself as a smart investment for success, preparing future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment, with access to more than 200 student organizations and the internship, employment, entertainment and cultural offerings of the rapidly growing Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Founded in 1890 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Central connects its nearly 14,000 students to unmatched value found in 118 undergraduate areas of study and 83 graduate programs from its main campus in Edmond and facilities throughout the metro area.

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