Student Services Assistant 1

Student Services Assistant 1

Salary: $37,761.00 - $44,425.00 Annually

Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff

Job Number: FY2706506

Closing: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Location: Main Campus - Orem

Division: VP Student Affairs

Utah Valley University is seeking a Student Services Assistant I to support students throughout the admissions process. This role provides guidance on undergraduate and graduate admissions, Utah residency, requirements, policies, procedures, and available resources while maintaining accurate student records and information in systems such as Banner and the Customer Relationship Manager (CRM). The position also performs daily system processes, resolves issues as needed, and contributes to Admissions projects.

This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on the student experience while developing valuable skills in student services, admissions operations, and higher education.

• Runs and evaluates system processes. Organizes, maintains, and updates files, databases and/or other documents and input a high volume of Admissions documentation while maintaining accurate, detailed, and confidential student data in the Customer Relationship Manager and Student Information System.
• Advises students on Admissions requirements, policies, procedures, resources, and degree programs, as well as residence policy.
• Interacts with the public via email, telephone, and in-person office visitors, including the use of mass emailings systems.
• Assists and contributes with a variety of Admissions projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including cross-training and assisting team members.

Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree related to the Summary of Duties or any combination of education and/or experience totaling four years is required.

• Knowledge of college admission procedures.
• Knowledge of best practices for handling a large volume of documents.
• Knowledge of Utah residency requirements.
• Knowledge of Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

• Skill in effective communication, public speaking, and rapport building.
• Skilled with computer software applications, including Banner, CRM, Microsoft Teams, Jira, etc.
• Skill in interpersonal communication, problem solving, and decision making.
• Skill in procedures and office equipment related to the needs of the department.

• Ability to troubleshoot problems with student information system.
• Ability to work with a wide range of confidential issues.
• Ability to meet and communicate with public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all student populations.
• Ability to solve problems creatively.

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.