"Academic Program Support Specialist (Graduate Admissions Evaluator)"

Job Summary

Graduate Admissions Evaluators play a crucial role at the University. They are trained to evaluate graduate applications and verify that applicants meet The Graduate School minimum requirements. As a Graduate Admissions Evaluator, the employee will evaluate domestic and foreign academic transcripts, confirm credentials, and enter information into our database systems. Attention to detail is key, as is a strong sense of customer service. We work closely with graduate departments, applicants, and campus partners to facilitate the application process.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating international and domestic graduate applications.
• Evaluate academic transcripts, test scores, and other domestic and international credentials.
• Monitor students' academic files to ensure information is complete and updated by filling in information and changing records when applicable.
• Respond to emails related to international and domestic graduate admissions.
• Provide customer service at our office windows and via phone calls as it relates to international and domestic graduate admissions.
• Process credentials related to international and domestic graduate admissions.
• Other duties as assigned; May be cross-trained in other areas of the office.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of general office experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), one of which in an academic setting; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. College coursework in a related area is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Strongly Preferred:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service experience.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and proficient data entry capabilities.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Open to learning new skills.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN43560B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, some optional weekends
Department: 00295 - Office of Admissions
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $16.50 per hour
Close Date: 11/24/2025
Open Until Filled:
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