Admissions Coordinator

The Office of Admissions is hiring for an Admissions Coordinator. This dynamic position requires a high level of attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to interpret complex systems of education. The successful candidate will be an energetic, self-motivated individual interested in student success, process improvement, and daily challenges. They can work independently and in cooperation with a bigger team.

This is a full-time, year-round position with full UA benefits.

The Admissions Coordinator independently evaluates applications for admission by thoroughly reviewing academic transcripts, standardized test scores, and supplemental documents. Each coordinator specializes in a specific applicant type, ensuring personalized and efficient application processing. Responsibilities include verifying document authenticity, recalculating GPAs, converting international credits, approving residency status, and determining scholarship eligibility. This role is essential in upholding the integrity and standards of the admissions process while supporting the institution's enrollment goals.

Consistently provide a welcoming and supportive experience for prospective students, families, and internal stakeholders while upholding the university's standards of excellence-exercise sound judgment and confidence in independently evaluating complex applications, interpreting policies, and making admissions decisions. Through clear, professional, and empathetic communication across multiple platforms, foster positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff. Efficiently manage a high volume of applications and projects, balancing competing priorities with attention to detail and composure in fast-paced situations.

One year of experience in education, business or a related field. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and two years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Position Details:

This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on February 20, 2025, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on DAY BEFORE REVIEW DATE - February 19, 2025.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

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️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bridget Thimsen, SBO Sr. HRC at bmthimsen.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at .

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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