Admission Assistant

Admission Assistant 1/21/2026 Department Summary The Office of Undergraduate Admission supports UCLA undergraduate student enrollment goals through recruitment, admission, and yield practices consistent with the mission and values of the university. We seek to recruit and enroll high-achieving, talented students from diverse backgrounds from throughout California, the US, and abroad to both benefit from and contribute to one of the leading research universities in the world. Position Summary Under the direction of the Admission Services Unit (ASU) Manager, provide support to Admission Services Unit for Undergraduate Admission. Respond to applicant inquiries on the telephone and at the public reception counter regarding admission requirements to UCLA. Advise prospective applicants on the procedures for filing applications and the selection criteria for incoming freshman and transfer applicants. Evaluate freshman applicant files and assess academic performance and recommend admission. Enter data and interact with other departments on campus. Occasional evening and weekend work required outside of the regular business hours of 8:00am -5:00pm. Salary & Compensation *UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications 1. Demonstrated ability to speak on a one to one basis with clients using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and interpret information and explain admission requirements, office policies and admission procedures. (Required) 2. Demonstrated oral communication skills in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds providing information and explaining procedures and policies effectively. (Required) 3. Demonstrated skill in interacting diplomatically with the public in a high volume continuous public contact setting. (Required) 4. Demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting written documents in standard English text such as admission requirements, University policy, and procedure manuals etc. (Required) 5. Demonstrated typing skills to access/update information using a computer. (Required) 6. Demonstrated skill in writing grammatically correct reports. (Required) 7. Demonstrated skill in performing repetitive work according to set specifications and procedures. (Required) 8. Demonstrated skill in interpreting academic transcripts and records. (Required) 9. Demonstrated knowledge of the UC admission requirements, policies, and procedures. (Preferred) 10. Demonstrated knowledge of international educational systems. (Required) 11. Demonstrated knowledge of UCLA departments and programs, including procedures, dates and deadlines and policies. (Preferred) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree in liberal arts, communications or related field. (Preferred) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse". Schedule Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Union/Policy Covered CX-Clerical & Allied Services Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=MI-DPT512000-JC004724-PD168909 Apply Campus Requisition #: 9419 UC Payroll Title: BLANK AST 1 Department: UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION Appointment Type: 2 - Staff: Career *Full Salary Range: USD $23.58/Hr. - USD $33.05/Hr. Onsite | Remote | Hybrid Type: Hybrid Department Location: 410 Charles E Young Dr E Admissions, Undergraduate Full or Part Time: Full Time