processor Houston, TX
Job description
Reports To:
Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Job Status Non- Exempt
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Performs administrative functions for the University Undergraduate Admissions office.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Processes applications for all incoming students.
- Responsible for academic data entry into student tracking system as well as updating and maintaining all student information in appropriate office/university databases (SCT Banner and Slate CRM).
- Collects the necessary information for an admission decision to be made
- Communicates with students, when needed, about missing application items
- Continuously reviews open files to facilitate their completion.
- Responsible for alpha portion of records control and maintenance in the student database, correcting and troubleshooting information when necessary.
- Communicates status of admissions process to various constituents including the student, admissions counselors, and/or faculty and staff around campus.
- Works closely with the admissions counselors, providing administrative support concerning the status of the applicant files (both open and complete).
- Collaborates with different campus constituencies concerning student admissions records.
- Evaluates academic records and transcripts for all incoming students.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Special projects and temporary duties as needed.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- College degree strongly preferred
- Must have good work ethic and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work effectively with others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to operate office equipment (i.e., copiers, fax machines, etc)
- Excellent organizational and time management skills in dealing with large workloads
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately under tight deadlines
- Ability to quickly learn and use specific business software and hardware
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to lift or move objects up to 25 lbs. – occasionally
- Ability to sit – frequently
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time – occasionally
- Ability to walk reasonable distances – occasionally
- Ability to bend or stoop – occasionally
- Ability to climb or reach overhead – occasionally
- Ability to communicate via speech, hearing and sight – frequently
Additional Information
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.
The University is in the process of implementing its Ten Pillars vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.
Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
**Disclaimer**
Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.
