Admission Counselor/Evaluator, UNLV Undergraduate Admissions [R0135781]

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Admission Counselor/Evaluator, UNLV Undergraduate Admissions [R0135781]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Office of Admissions is excited to invite applications for the role of Admission Counselor/Evaluator. The Admission Counselor/Evaluator, reporting to the Assistant Director of Processing, is mainly responsible for evaluating applications for admission, managing audit reports to help expedite admissions decisions, and troubleshooting issues related to application processing. The Admission Counselor/Evaluator serves as a member of several territory management teams and work collaboratively with the recruitment staff and orientation staff within the Office of Admissions in order to provide excellent service to prospective students.

The Admission Counselor/Evaluator learns, understands, and applies knowledge gained regarding: admissions policies, business processes and procedures, and the process applications move through in the CRM and Student Information System. The Admission Counselor/Evaluator serves as an admission liaison to the Registrar's Office, advising centers, and other areas of the campus community as necessary.

Counseling work entails communicating with potential and current applicants to explain the admissions process, the evaluation process, and standards of admission. The Admission Counselor/Evaluator attends recruitment events as needed. Administrative work includes reviewing and evaluating the application materials and transcripts, entering data into the admissions software systems such as PeopleSoft, Salesforce, and working with the Degree Audit Team to ensure rapid and accurate transfer equivalency decisions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-3 years of professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of all academic policy, undergraduate academic programs and curriculum.
* Knowledge of national university practices regarding degree audit and course articulation.
* Knowledge of Nevada System of Higher Education and Board of Regents transfer policies.
* Knowledge of higher education current issues, specifically academic issues and policies.
* Knowledge of all admission policies.
* Excellent communication skills: interpersonal, oral and written English.
* Excellent time management and organizational skills. Need to be able to learn and work proficiently in all student systems, including but not limited to People Soft, Salesforce and Rebel Docs (imaging system).
* Need to think critically and problem solve independently.
* Must be a team player, flexible and able to pivot as needed in a busy office.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

* Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
* Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
* No state income tax
* Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
* Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
* Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

* Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)
* Employee recognition and appreciation programs
* Personal and professional development opportunities
* UNLV athletics ticket discounts
* Statewide employee purchase program discounts
* RebelCard discounts on and off campus
* Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
* Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on March 29, 2023.

Materials should be addressed to Natalie Johnson, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at or [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Admission Counselor/Evaluator, UNLV Undergraduate Admissions [R0135781].

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0135781" in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

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EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: ; Email: [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Admission Counselor/Evaluator, UNLV Undergraduate Admissions [R0135781], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: FAX: ; TDD: ; Email: [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Admission Counselor/Evaluator, UNLV Undergraduate Admissions [R0135781]; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEOGRY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.

Posting Close Date

12/31/2023

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Salary : $35,360 - $55,000