What are the responsibilities and job description for the Application Specialist position at Howard Community College?
Position Details
Position Information
| About Us | Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020. Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here! |
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| Position Title | Application Specialist |
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| FT/PT | Full Time |
| Hours Per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Monday - Friday, evenings and some Saturdays |
| Grade | 10 |
| Compensation Range | $23.89-31.38 |
| Summary | The full-time application specialist is responsible for the oversight and processing of applications for admission to the college, managing multiple tasks involving importing, scanning and data entry of applicant documents utilizing the client relationship management system (CRM) and student information system (SIS). Ensures that all required application documents are received and maintained in the student record. This role functions as a part of a team and provides behind-the-scenes support of student admission documents and processes in addition to supporting the Howard Hub when needed. |
| Essential Role Responsibilities |
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| Minimum Education Required | Associate's degree |
| Experience Required | 1 |
| Preferred Experience |
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| Physical Demand Summary | Work extended hours during peak periods, including evening and some Saturdays. Extensive follow-up work, database use, responding to inquiries, meetings, etc. Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility required. |
| Supervisory Position? | No |
| Division | Student Success Office |
| Department | Admissions |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | B603P |
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| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Best Consideration Date | 03/09/2026 |
| Job Open Date | 02/23/2026 |
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| Continuous Recruitment? | No |
| Job Category | Staff |
| Benefits Summary | Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP. |
| Applicant Instructions |
*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment. HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits. Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full). |
| Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://howardcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5611 |
| EEO Statement | Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100. |