Admissions Specialist II

Responsibilities

DESCRIPTION:

Provides a variety of secretarial, clerical, recruitment and administrative support services.

Essential Functions

• Provides information about admissions/registration procedures to faculty, walk-ins and online inquiries.
• Assists students in filling out applications and residency affidavits.
• Processes all mailed in documentation including applications, residency documentation and paper transient student forms, and follows up regarding missing documentation.
• Enters admissions applications, updates student data files and sets orientation appointments.
• Walks students through steps to enroll process.
• Updates and processes online applications through system or manual data entry and processes online re-admits.
• Assists with testing of online application process when necessary.
• Updates and processes incoming FLVC.org and paper transient student applications.
• Assists with various recruiting activities when necessary.
• Assists students in Web Center.
• Supports Student Communication Center by answering phones for Admissions, Enrollment Services and Financial Aid.
• Works with other departments to facilitate seamless student flow.
• Performs all site and position specific responsibilities as assigned.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited two year college with and A.A/A.S degree in related field.
• Experience in admissions or financial aid or student recruitment.
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS And ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the community college philosophy and system of higher education.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of students from diverse family, social, ethnic and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to understand the organizations and programs of the college.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Telephone and communication skills
• Ability to operate data entry and word processing equipment and a personal computer.
• Committed to working in a multicultural environment.
• Demonstrates a professional, courteous demeanor.
  
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT And SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Works inside in an office environment.
• Works flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Travels between college campuses and to other local destinations.
  
  
  

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s Preference.

Pay Benefits And Work Schedule

Are you ready to grow your career and make an impact in changing the lives of our students? Seminole State College of Florida has a great opportunity to join our growing team of faculty and staff!

Qualifications

We offer competitive pay with a beginning salary of $ 28,269 commensurate with education and experience exceed the required qualifications, plus an attractive including:

• Flexible work options with a 37.5 hour work week and generous paid time off (holidays, annual and sick leave, and College Breaks)
• A variety of paid health and life insurance coverages
• Wellness incentives and free gym membership at the Raider Fitness Center
• FRS retirement and other options
• Professional Development and Paid Tuition
• Free on campus parking
  
  
  

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College must reside in the State of Floridaat the time of hire and may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.

How To Apply

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (To ensure full consideration all of the following documents must be attached to the application prior to the closing date):

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts showing the date of degree conferral; this applies to Seminole State College employees as well as external candidates (unofficial copies accepted for application purposes). Please note: Official Transcripts are REQUIRED upon hire.
• Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.
  
  
  

To Attach Additional Documents

• From the , scroll to the bottom and click on Employment
• Click on Complete or Review an Existing Application
• Select either Sign In with existing username and password or New User to create an account
• Click on My Job Applications to view applied jobs, resumes and attachments
• Click on the under My Cover Letters and Attachments to attach documents.
  
  
  

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. To claim Veteran's Preference, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

Other Information

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws.

To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.

Holders Of Degrees From Institutions Outside The Usa

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. We recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone (212) 966-6311 or email address www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed until such a review has been completed.