Administrative Support Specialist

Position Type Staff

University Information UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and recruiting potential applicants for admission as traditional first-time freshmen, transfers, and nontraditional adults; collecting and evaluating credentials; making decisions regarding individuals’ candidacies for admission to UNCG; and positively affecting admitted students' decisions to matriculate to UNCG. The Office serves as a major public relations arm of the institution and helps to shape a positive image of the University. Through its activities, it supports the University’s enrollment goals.

Position Summary The position evaluates students’ academic credentials and makes admission recommendations based on the minimum UNCG System criteria. It involves creating applicant records, entering academic information into CRM software, processing applications, explaining policies to prospective students, and maintaining effective relationships to support communication and teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Preferred Qualifications

Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Applicants must upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

• Name
• Company Name
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic or Personal). One (1) reference must be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number

Applications are not successfully submitted until an online confirmation number has been received at the end of the application process.

Recruitment Range $42,991

Org #-Department Undergraduate Admissions - 10202

Work Hours of Position 8 A.M - 5 P.M., M-F

Number of Months per Year 12

Job Family Secretarial and Clerical

Career Banded Title Administrative Support Spec