Graduate Admissions Student Worker - Federal Study

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800‑member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Graduate Admissions department on the Dahlonega campus.

The Graduate Admissions Student Worker will assist the Office of Graduate Admissions by responding to prospective student inquiries, providing direct outreach to students, and engaging students in email and text conversations to move them along in the recruitment pipeline. The role provides day‑to‑day administrative support to admissions staff, contributing to smooth operations and timely communication throughout the admissions cycle.

• Respond to prospective student inquiries via email, phone, and in person; scan, upload, and manage admissions documents and files.
• Support admissions staff with daily administrative and clerical tasks, assist with recruitment events, communications, and outreach initiatives as needed.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.

• Basic understanding of college or university admissions processes
• Familiarity with office practices, record‑keeping, and data entry
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar tools
• Awareness of student data privacy and confidentiality requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced office environment
• Customer‑service oriented with a positive, helpful attitude

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Federal Work Study Award

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by the University of North Georgia in its sole discretion. Confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in the application materials, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check, may be required. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position has no financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

• Position of Trust