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Pennsylvania State University Admissions Assistant in University Park, Pennsylvania
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Smeal College of Business Professional Graduate Programs office is looking for an Admissions Assistant to guide prospective students and their parents through the admissions process by answering questions and providing a variety of resources and information for the One-Year Masters programs. This position updates applications, explains the transfer credit process to current students and parents, and initiates requests for changes to student records.
Guide prospective students through admissions procedures and troubleshoot processes relating to application, evaluation, visit scheduling, and transfer credits
Provide enrollment information and resources to prospective students and parents in the areas of Bursar, Student Aid, Registrar, Housing and Food Services, the Honors College, Global Programs, etc.
Develop and maintain high-level expertise in using, navigating, explaining, and troubleshooting various application/enrollment systems
Update applications at applicant’s request including campus selections and college/major selection pre-decision or post decision
Check various systems to provide application status updates
Maintain student records; update degree audits with approved substitutions and/or as requested by academic advisers; document student-related work
Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with academic partners
Review new student Academic Requirements Reports and Transfer Credit Reports
May provide information about various campus visitation programs
May provide instructions, including directions to University Park/other campuses, lodging options, and parking information
Review, analyze, and process information, records, and transcripts for determining application of transfer credits
Assist with the testing and/or training of new processes
May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management
This position will be filled as an Admissions Assistant – Senior Support which requires an Associate's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience o r an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$42,100.00 - $61,000.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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