Admissions Specialist

Job Description

The University of Washington Office of Admissions has an outstanding opportunity for an Admissions Specialist to work with all domestic applicants with a focus on transfer applicants.

About this Opportunity

Admissions, a unit within the Office of Enrollment Management, supports the Provost as well as the University of Washington community. The mission of the Undergraduate Office of Admissions is to attract and enroll talented and diverse students in order to help create an intellectually and culturally vibrant student body. The values of the University – integrity, diversity, excellence, collaboration, innovation and respect – are exemplified by the Office of Admissions.

The Admissions team is seeking a talented individual who shares in these values and is interested in joining a fast-paced work environment as an Admissions Specialist to assist in the coordination of all application materials for a University that receives over 80,000 undergraduate applications annually. This position will report to the Assistant Director who oversees transfer application processing.

This is a hybrid position with an expected telework schedule of at least 2 days onsite per week. Office is located in Schmitz Hall, UW Seattle campus.

Key Responsibilities

40% - Evaluate international and U.S. credentials and supporting application materials to determine admissibility to the University of Washington for all undergraduate classifications.

20% - Complete individual course-by-course evaluations of transfer credit.

20% - Respond to domestic transfer applicants and students with regard to admission policies, procedures, and related concerns. Answer a variety of transfer credit related questions.

15% - Assist with holistic review during first-year processing season.

5% - Other projects, committee work, or duties as assigned.

 

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years experience as a Credentials Evaluator II; OR two years of college and two years of experience in admissions, student advising or closely related area.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience working with a student database system
• Experience working with academic credentials outside the U.S.
• Proficient and accurate keyboarding skills. PC experience including proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Windows based applications. Proficient writing skills for correspondence and/or other writing tasks

About the Team

To learn more about the Office of Admissions, please visit our website: https://admit.washington.edu/

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$46,188.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$61,548.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.