Admissions Operations Specialist

The Admissions Office seeks a self-motivated and team-oriented individual for its open full-time Admissions Operations Specialist position to provide administrative day-to-day operations support in the recruitment of students and processing of applications to Manhattan University. This is an on-site position.

Responsibilities

• Process and scan college admissions documentation (including high school and college transcripts, home school affidavit or GED documentation, test scores, and supporting documentation) ensuring the highest degree of accuracy.
• Provide administrative support for on campus and off campus recruiting events.
• Manage student information, leads, and communication in CRM (Slate).
• Manage student application profile data using Slate.
• Process application decisions for first-year, transfer, and graduate applicants.
• Record all application decisions in Slate and Banner
• Works closely with admissions team to complete and verify student records.
• Manage data workflow from Slate to Banner through Banner Document Management.
• Oversee tour guides scheduling
• Cross train and fill in as needed for the front office and operations staff
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities

Other responsibilities include a strong knowledge and understanding of Manhattan University academic programs, admissions policies and procedures. Participation in campus recruitment events, and ability to build relationships with College partners. The Admissions Operations Specialist will also work closely with members of the Financial Aid Staff to provide pertinent information to families applying for need and merit-based financial aid, the registrar’s office, institutional research, and Institutional Technology. The Admissions Operations Specialist must have the capability to see the big picture and understand divisional goals and prioritize their work accordingly. Additionally, they must be able to take initiative on projects as well as to see projects through completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One to three years of admissions experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent writing and public speaking skills.
• Enthusiastic personality, strong problem solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Preference will be given in the evaluation process to candidates with prior experience working in an undergraduate or graduate admissions office.
• SLATE and Banner experience preferred.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $53,000 - $58,000 Per Year

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission. Applicants from historically under-represented segments of the population are encouraged to apply, as well as those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. We are committed to a diverse campus community. AA/EO Employer M/F/D/V