Lead Admissions Coordinator, Online MBA

The Eller College of Management is seeking dynamic Lead Admissions Coordinator, Online MBA who will strategically manage all applicants who apply to our top ten Online MBA program. This autonomous position includes managing transcripts, admissions decisions, and accurate data entry. The spreadsheet managed by this person requires peak accuracy with consideration for the program’s rankings.

The Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona is a leading business school in the United States. The Eller College of Management is highly ranked among undergraduate business programs by the U.S. News & World Report, and are known for our specialties in management information systems, entrepreneurship, and social innovation. The Eller College of Management supports more than 9,000 undergraduate and 1,300 graduate students on the University of Arizona’s 393-acre campus in Tucson, a satellite campus in downtown Phoenix, global micro campuses, and through Arizona Online.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

• Conduct comprehensive and holistic review of application materials and make admission decisions in alignment with program goals, enrollment priorities, and ranking considerations, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain processes to apply consistent decision criteria that support both enrollment targets and long‑term program reputation; shape the incoming class by balancing academic strength and professional experience in ways that align with ranking methodologies.
• Monitor key metrics tied to rankings and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Improve and refine workflows ensuring class quality and selectivity to positively influence program rankings.
• Review scholarship applications and determine award recipients and amounts exercising judgment within established guidelines, ensuring fair and consistent allocation while supporting program goals.

• Develop and maintain admissions data‑tracking spreadsheets to capture applicant evaluation data that align with ranking methodologies; ensure applicant data is organized, accurate, and ready for rankings submissions; manipulate spreadsheet structure according to ranking requirements.
• Enter, review, and validate applicant data, including personal information, academic history, and professional background, to support enrollment planning, rankings, and external reporting requirements.

• Develop and deliver individualized communications to applicants at various stages of the admissions process, responding to their queries.
• Implement structured communication workflows for admitted students to improve turnaround time.
• Serve as a point of contact with campus partners, including Eller departments and the Graduate College, and ensure clear, effective communication and coordination.

• Receive, evaluate, and manage transcripts to ensure they meet Graduate College requirements; research and evaluate unique cases, especially for international transcripts, to determine acceptability.
• Compare received documents with application materials and send appropriate follow‑up communication to applicants.
• Maintain accurate records of transcript status within applicant files.

• Accurately enter and maintain Green Bars for all MBA programs in UAccess.
• Create and update class sections using correct section codes and program specifications.
• Regularly review populated sections and make adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with campus partners to communicate updates or request changes.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with Graduate College policies and procedures regarding admissions.
• Demonstrate ability to…