Admissions Evaluator (Higher Education)

Location: Commerce, Texas, United States; onsite university position

Company

East Texas A&M University is a public university within the Texas A&M University System offering undergraduate, graduate, online, and research programs.

What you will do

• Process admission applications, merge application data into the student information system, match applications with transcripts, and identify missing credentials.
• Determine admission eligibility by interpreting grading scales, class rank, test scores, GPA, and core curriculum requirements.
• Evaluate transfer courses, determine equivalencies, and award credit according to university policies.
• Maintain accurate student information database records used for admission and enrollment communications.
• Respond to prospective and enrolled student inquiries by email, phone, and in person.
• Assist with supervising student employees involved in application processing and maintain current professional knowledge.

Requirements

• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related administrative or clerical experience.
• Working knowledge of, or ability to learn, database applications, CRM systems, and other university systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication, strong customer service, attention to detail, and ability to multitask as part of a team.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot computers, peripherals, and electronic office equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule beyond 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., including weekends when required; employment is subject to credential verification and a criminal history investigation.

Nice to have

• Experience working with students in a college or classroom environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, with university contributions toward health and basic life insurance premiums.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
• Employee tuition assistance for master's and doctoral programs.
• Teacher Retirement System of Texas enrollment and optional additional retirement plans.
• Professional development, wellness programs, and access to research opportunities at an R2 research institution.

Hiring process

• Submit a cover letter, resume/CV, three professional references with complete contact information, and transcripts through the online employment system.
• Unofficial transcripts are accepted during application; official transcripts are required after acceptance of a verbal offer.
• Employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and completion of a criminal history check.