Admissions Processing Specialist

Location: Texarkana, Texas, United States

Company

Texas A&M University - Texarkana is a public higher education institution providing undergraduate and graduate education and student enrollment services.

What you will do

• Upload and audit admissions applications, test scores, transcripts, supplemental information, and student records.
• Review credentials and application data to determine admission decisions, residency, term changes, and major changes under established policies.
• Manage student files and records in Laserfiche, including scanning, retention compliance, and required documentation.
• Respond to applicants, students, parents, counselors, and visitors regarding admissions, transcripts, and transfer credits.
• Generate applicant communications in Element 451 using templates and HTML, and administer required admissions documents in DigiScript.
• Integrate DigiScript with Banner and the CRM, resolve data mismatches and duplicates, test system upgrades, and maintain accurate audit trails.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications, plus higher education admissions processes.
• Excellent verbal, written, customer service, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, enter data accurately, maintain confidentiality, and work beyond normal office hours when required.
• Ability to work in the Texarkana, Texas office and travel as required.

Nice to have

• Experience with Banner or a comparable student information system.
• Professional experience in higher education or admissions processes.
• Experience managing multiple complex assignments and maintaining records.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and flexible spending benefits.
• Tuition and fee waiver of up to 75% for eligible full-time employees, spouses, and children.
• Vacation, sick leave, birthday leave, and 12–15 paid holidays annually.
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan, plus voluntary deferred compensation options.
• LinkedIn Learning, Employee Assistance Program, and on-campus wellness opportunities.
• Employment is contingent on credential verification and completion of a criminal history investigation for this security-sensitive position.

Hiring process

• Submit a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three professional references, including one supervisor or manager.
• Applications are open until filled and cannot be revised after submission.