Enrollment and Admissions Specialist

Admissions

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Position Overview:

The University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join the Admissions team as an Enrollment Advisor. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Admission Operations and Business Analyst, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting prospective students through the enrollment process, ensuring an efficient and seamless experience while upholding UMSL's standards for academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and evaluate prospective student applications to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with UMSL's admission criteria.
• Conduct a detailed analysis of all submitted application materials to confirm compliance with established admission requirements and institutional policies.
• Collaborate with academic departments, faculty, and other stakeholders to resolve discrepancies or clarify application details.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Admissions team to share insights, discuss complex cases, and ensure consistent interpretation of admission criteria.
• Work closely with the Assistant Director for Admission Operations to assess trends in admissions data and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the efficiency of the application process and optimize the enrollment pipeline, including streamlining procedures and refining communication strategies.
• Propose and implement data-driven solutions to improve overall admission operations and student experience.
• Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening the university's enrollment goals.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in admission policies and procedures and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to continuously improve skills, knowledge, and industry best practices.

40 hours a week, some weekend and evening hours may apply.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Prior experience in university admissions or a related field is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all populations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in student information systems, CRMs, and other enrollment technologies.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team environment.

$16.72 - $19.90 per hour

Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.
Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Careers: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/index.html
Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.