Admissions Data Operations Specialist

Location : Berea
Job Type: Part-Time
Division: Strategic Initiatives
Department: Admissions Office
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: 05
Labor Supervisor?: No

Please note that references provided at the time of application for staff positions will not be contacted until the applicant has been offered the position.
Description:
The Admissions Data Operations Specialist is a member of the Systems & Data Operations team within the Office of Admissions. This individual will provide essential support for the Slate CRM system, focusing on data integrity, process support and operational efficiency. This role assists with the maintenance of Slate records, supports with the necessary technology for student advocate programmatic efforts, and ensures the smooth execution of data processes vital to admissions and student advocate engagement.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and complete daily query tasks assigned via Slate CRM with particular emphasis on data integrity
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in Slate by consolidating duplicate records and supporting data clean-up initiatives
• Assist with the annual creation and ongoing maintenance of queries that generate call and task lists, exports and other projects for the Regional Network & Outreach team
• Provide technical support for the Student Advocate campus visit program, including creating visit templates in Slate and assistance for building workflows for scheduling and communications
• Assist with the creation, updating, and maintenance of organizational datasets within Slate
• In collaboration with the Print & Digital Communications team, provide support for implementation and tracking of Trust Triad communication plans within Slate, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of messages
• Support the Premier Nomination Pathways process by managing related records in Slate, assisting with communications, and ensuring accurate tracking of nominators
• Coordinate and execute mailings to non-prospect audiences using Slate, including list management, mail merge, and tracking of outreach efforts
• Maintain inventory, compile print materials for Regional Admissions Managers and once weekly send requested packages to remote staff
• Assist with importing external data (e.g. school counselor lists) into Slate, ensuring data is accurately mapped and integrated into the system
• Support annual updates to STAR Teacher Recognition Program nomination forms, data clean up and communications regarding award mailings
• Complete administrative tasks, duties and responsibilities (e.g. expense reports, email) in a timely manner

What You'll Bring:
Education required to ensure success in this position:

• High school diploma required
• Associates degree preferred

Experience required to ensure success in this position:

• 2 or more years of experience in an administrative role utilizing databases, CRM systems (Slate experience is a plus), or similar technologies
• Proficient computer skills required
• Office environment experience preferred
• General office equipment operation experience

Special skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite solutions
• Willingness to learn new technologies and processes
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Basic knowledge of HTML helpful

License, certification, or registration necessary:

• Required background check

Physical requirements:

• Ability to navigate campus/public buildings and grounds
• Sitting, standing, walking, ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Environmental conditions:

• Professional office environment with frequent interruptions by staff

Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment:

• Standard office equipment: computer, fax, phone, copier, printer, etc.

Founded in 1855, Berea College is nationally recognized as the first coeducational and interracial college in the South. Berea has a longstanding commitment to interracial education and is one of the most racially diverse private liberal arts colleges in the United States. With an emphasis on service to Appalachia and beyond, Berea enrolls more than 1,500 students from 46 states and U.S. territories and more than 70 countries.

Berea College admits students who are unable to afford tuition and provides all of them with a no-tuition promise. Berea's students excel in the College's supportive yet demanding academic environment, and most are the first in their families to attend college. As one of only ten federally recognized Work Colleges, all Berea students are expected to work 10-12 hours weekly in various positions across campus.

Berea College is also the only institution in Kentucky to receive the 5-Star Rating from Money Magazine, 2025. Washington Monthly has named Berea College the #1 Best College in the nation in its 2025 College Guide. Berea College appears in their rankings as #1 College (overall):
Best College for your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars, #1 Best-in Class College, #1 Liberal Arts College and #1 Best Bang for the Buck Southern…