Job Summary:
The Application Services Specialist is responsible for working with the Director for Application Services in the initial application processing for VCOM–Auburn Campuses including reviewing and selecting candidates for secondary applications based on established criterion, coding students, recalculating GPAs, downloading information, and creating reports.
The Application Services Specialist will also work for the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (and secondarily for the Director of Admissions) to participate in applicant telephone follow-up and interview scheduling and activities. The Application Services Specialist will also be responsible to travel and conduct recruitment events for the VCOM-Auburn campus in state and in bordering states as requested by the Associate Dean and the Director of Admissions.
As the Application Specialist will work with the Student Services team to support student groups, student events on campus, and have periodic contact with prospective and current students and participating in the conduct of student events; the position is considered full time with the majority of duties to be provided on campus or in recruitment travel.
Salary Range: $40,000 - $45,000
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree desired, some office work experience required
Licensure or certification: N/A
Experience:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- The ability to interact with and communicate with a variety of people at different levels
- The ability to maintain a positive and fresh approach and attitude
- The ability to be flexible and to be able to problem solve quickly and accurately
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software
Skills required for this position include:
- Good driving record
- Excellent telephone and general communications skills
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to an automobile
- Strong team player
- Commitment to VCOM’s values
- Ability to manage confidential information
- Computer proficiency
- Must be eligible to be certified as a Notary Public
Preferences are given to applicants who have the following skills or attributes:
- Office experience working with transcripts, grades or in a general higher education environment
- Experience working with students or the public
- Strong presentation skills
Successful candidate will be subject to a criminal history background check.
Regular, reliable or predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.