University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Hiring for Admissions Specialist – Post Professional Programs at Aust, TX Full Time

JOB ID 644
LOCATION/S : DALLAS,
TX, US, AUSTIN, TX, US, ST. AUGUSTINE, FL, US
DATE UPDATED 04/04/2022

IMPORTANT COVID-19
INFORMATION

Anyone accessing a USAHS campus will be asked to voluntarily disclose and agree to provide documentation that they
have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Effective Monday, February 14, USAHS will include boosters as part of its Entry Protocols.

Those who are not fully vaccinated or do not wish to disclose their vaccination status will be required to submit proof of a valid
negative COVID-19 test taken within seven days prior to each campus entry.

The mission of The University of St. Augustine for Health
Sciences is the development of professional health care practitioners through innovation, individualized, and quality classroom, clinical,
and distance education.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the Admissions Specialist determines
student applicants’ admissibility. Other duties include evaluation of transcripts and award of transfer of credit based on standards and
guidelines developed by the institution. In addition, the Admissions Specialist advises potential students and other internal departments on
admission requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and related issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews all applications and administers the admissions decisions process as developed and defined by
  the University. 
• Renders admissions decisions and/or forwards pertinent information to other reviewing authorities as
  required.
• Evaluates applications and prior post-secondary credentials for admission.
• Determines if institutions that
  applicants have previously attended are appropriately accredited to satisfy admission requirements and awards transfer of credit based on
  standards and guidelines developed and approved by academic leadership and faculty governance.
• Provides unofficial assessment of
  transfer of credit for prospective students when requested.
• Advises potential students and appropriate administrative offices on
  admission requirements, policies and procedures, transfer of credit, and related issues.
• Analyzes, authenticates and researches
  documents submitted for evaluation of transfer credit and admission to the University.
• Ensures that policy is upheld and applied
  correctly to support institutional accreditation, programmatic accreditation and state and regulatory requirements.
• Responds to
  inquiries from students, faculty and internal student service groups in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensures that all information
  related to admission and transfer of credit is accurately entered in the student information system that appropriate documentation is stored
  in the student record, and that appropriate correspondence is sent to the applicant.
• Assists with maintaining an accurate transfer
  credit database.
• Assists with training of new and continuing members of the team on admission and transfer of credit related
  functions.
• Works closely with enrollment, academic advising, registration services, faculty, and other University administrative
  groups to ensure a smooth admissions process.
• Keeps current and ensures consistent application of academic policy changes, new
  program roll outs, changes to existing program curriculum and policies, and state specific requirements.
• Assists with special
  projects and requests, as needed and performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES

May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION

REPORTS TO: Manager, Admissions

POSITIONS
SUPERVISED: Not applicable

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, and PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform
this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each
essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 2 years Higher Education experience within an Admission, Academic Advising, or
  Registrar Office preferred.
• Ability to evaluate student transcripts and records.
• Ability to complete work and meet
  deadline requirements with accuracy and adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory and state and federal requirements. .
• High level of comfort using computers and computer software/programs.
• Preferred Experience with student information systems,
  customer relationship management systems, and document management systems.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare
  reports.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply academic and program policy correctly.
• Excellent written communication,
  collaboration, analytical and oral presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-directed, and highly organized with strong time
  management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office products
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment. Bachelor’s
  degree required. 

BUSINESS COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should
demonstrate the following competencies:

• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively
  with others to meet shared objectives.
• Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing
  difficult situations.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity,
  and authenticity.
• Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Innovation – Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Customer Focus
  – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves
operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office
setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary. 

The University of St. Augustine for
Health Sciences is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because
of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.