Graduate Admissions Specialist​/DSO

Graduate Admissions Specialist/DSO

Position Overview:

This position processes domestic and international graduate admission applications by compiling documentation, including academic and personal information, evaluating academic records and supporting documentation to prepare files for departmental admission approval or denial, assigning appropriate decision, assisting telephone and walk-in client contacts, and providing research necessary in support of administrative decision making. This position also provides guidance and assistance regarding program rules, requirements and regulations to office and graduate program staff and prospective applicants.

Reviews eligibility for issuance of immigration documents. Provides support to the overall College of Graduate Studies admission and student support team.

Position

Qualifications:

Required Experience:

Experience compiling and analyzing information from electronic sources

Experience exercising independent judgement and discretion

Experience using computer software and applications for word processing, email, internet searches and data organization Required

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Other:
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident

Must be eligible to serve as a Designated School Official Additional Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in education, social sciences, humanities or STEMExperience evaluating domestic and international transcripts and credentials

Experience with SEVISExperience working in an admissions office

Experience with Student Record System and/or electronic application system

Experience working cooperatively as a part of a team with students, faculty, staff and administrators

Evidence of effective communication skills

Physical Requirements &

Working Conditions:

None Degree Requirement: N/A:
No degree requirement

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Employee Category:
Classified Pay Range: $19.89 or higher depending on experience Type of Appointment:
Fiscal Year FTE: 1.0 Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time Funding: A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

- No Posting Date: 07/09/2026 Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please submit a cover letter, current resume, and references no later than July 23, 2026. In your cover letter, using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.

If you would like a copy of the full job description, please contact Jennifer Radil licant Resources: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. EEO Statement:
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents:
Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter/Letter of Application List of References Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions:
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Academic Careers Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU) Chronicle Facebook Higher Ed/Academic Impressions Higher Ed Jobs Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idaho works.gov)  Inside Higher Ed Linked In Newspaper Other Venue Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)

University of Idaho Website University of Idaho Daily Register University of Idaho Employee Word of Mouth   Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. (Open Ended Question)