What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Assistant, Office of Admissions position at CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY?
POSITION TITLE: Graduate Assistant, Office of Admissions
DEPARTMENT: Enrollment Services – Admissions
SUPERVISOR: Executive Director of Enrollment Services
GENERAL JOB FUNCTION
Cumberland University is seeking a personable and highly motivated Office of Admissions Graduate Assistant to work an average of 20 hours each week.
STANDARD EXPECTATIONS
1. Possess an understanding of and commitment to the University Mission.
2. Represent the University in an appropriate and positive manner.
3. Maintain confidentiality of information.
4. Operate office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, etc.
5. Complete other tasks as assigned.
JOB-SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
1. Maintain positive work relations with other campus departments and outside vendors.
2. Provide clerical support for enrollment services and admissions related events including Wilson County College Fair, Discovery Days, Registration Days, and other events as needed to recruit and enroll students.
3. Input student information into the university student information system (SIS).
4. Serve as back-up to the University Receptionist and provide lunch coverage, answering the operator phone.
5. Assist with conducting campus tours.
6. Scan, file, and label documents as needed.
EDUCATION
Must have a bachelor’s degree awarded and be enrolled in a graduate program at Cumberland University during time of employment.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
1. Ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently.
2. Willingness to learn and actively participate in a variety of Admissions’ office roles.
3. Excellent people, customer service, and time management skills.
4. Excellent communication skills by phone, in person or by the written word.
HOURS
An average of 20 hours per week per term are required. Hours will generally be scheduled in advance and occur during normal hours of operation (8:30am - 4:30pm)
REMUNERATION
Full tuition waiver (no stipend, housing, books, or fees)