Admissions Analyst
$31,327/Yr.
Position Summary
The Admissions Analyst is responsible for providing professional, academic, and educational support to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Services, Associate Director of Admissions and Technology, and all other constituencies, including but not limited to administration departments, faculty and staff, students, and prospective students. The person in this position will work with and report to the Associate Director of Admissions and Technology. Some weekend and evening hours are required.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides overall assistance with evaluation and processing of all student applications for admission to the university
• Assists with communication plans in terms of communicating with prospective students and their application status
• Schedules appointments with constituencies to provide support and/or training regarding the admissions application process
• Offers technical assistance and suggestions in designing, planning, and implementing various functions associated with the programs of the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services
• Assists the Associate Director of Admissions and Technology with reporting and evaluating of admission application processes and functions
• Other duties as assigned to promote and support the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Services

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of academic support skills and Arkansas admission guidelines
• Knowledge of admissions policies and procedures
• Ability to develop programming and training materials for the department
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with current and prospective students, faculty, administrators, and high school counselors
• Ability to work with little supervision on designated duties
• Knowledge necessary to assist with research, development, evaluation, and revision of admission application processing
• Ability to prepare assigned reports and maintain records

Skills Considered Essential for Success

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a major in sociology, public administration, or related field; plus two years of experience in program administration or related area. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.
OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Preferred Education and/or Experience

• Functional Native Banner and ARGOS knowledge and abilities
• One year experience within a higher education setting

Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Job posted for the employer by: Workforce Connections, Arkansas Department of Commerce.

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