ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
- Employer
- Texas Southern University
- Location
- Houston, TX
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Admissions & Enrollment
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Yes
Hours of Work:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
Posting Number:TSU202657
Official TSU Title:ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
Grant Title:N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:Under general supervision is responsible for all aspects of admissions processing for prospective high school and transfer applicants to the University, including application processing, transcript evaluations, transfer advising, and customer service. Activities includes cross-training with other areas under Student Enrollment Success areas for domestic and international admissions, along with other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties Summary:- Processes undergraduate admission applications by retrieving applications form the ApplyTexas website, and other web-based applications, inputting admissions data into the integrated student portal (job-related software and systems), and completing the application process for all prospective applicants.
- Reviews high school and college transcripts to satisfy admission requirements for prospective first-year applicants and current/former students.
- Processes ACT and SAT college admission test scores to complete high school applications.
- Updates applications with appropriate application fee or fee waivers to complete application process. Reviews fee waiver requests for approval.
- Receives, organizes and processes files and other admission related documents for prospective students.
- Serves as initial point of contact (POC) and provides customer service for all prospective admission applicants. Responds to all inbound inquiries regarding admissions processes to include phone, email, and in –person inquiries.
- Works with other areas within Enrollment and Student Success to provide information about the University’s enrollment services.
1.0
Hiring Range:$41,976.00 - $52,470.00
Education:Some college or Associate’s degree (A.A.) and/or vocational or technical school and/or specialized training or certification.
Required Licensing/Certification:Valid Texas Driver’s License preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:
- Policies, procedures, practices and equipment.
- Banner and other job-related software systems.
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
- Problem-solving and decision-making.
- Multitasking and time management.
- Both verbal and written communication.
- Prepare detailed reports.
- Work independently.
- Use job-related software and systems.
One (1) to three (3) years of related experience.
Working/Environmental Conditions:- Prolonged standing and/or walking.
- Handling light weight objects.
- Using or carrying equipment.
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures
07/06/2022
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) :No
Special Instructions to Applicants:Open to all applicants.
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