Coordinator of Admissions Processing

Agency

Department

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Coordinator of Admissions Processing is responsible for leading the undergraduate admissions processing team in the accurate, timely processing of undergraduate applications, transcripts, and supporting documentation required for admissions decisions. This role is critical to the daily operations of undergraduate admissions processing and ensures compliance with institutional, system, and state requirements.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Admissions Processing Operations

Percent Effort: 70%

• Manage and execute daily uploading application workflow.

• Lead and coordinate daily processing of undergraduate applications, including electronic and paper applications.

• Manage processing workflows for high school transcripts, college transcripts, college entrance exam scores (SAT, ACT, TSI, GED), and supporting admissions documents.

• Manage processing workflows for change-of-term and change-of-major for undergraduate students.

• Manage and execute duplicate ID correction workflow.

• Manage and execute uploading and processing SAT, ACT, CLEP, TOEFL, and AP test scores.

• Maintain, review, and coordinate corrections of error reports to identify and resolve data entry or system-related issues.

Functional Area 2: Admissions Processing, Special Student Groups

Percent Effort: 20%

• Process applications for special programs, including StudyGroup, Islander Academy, Program for System Admission (PSA), and other designated populations.

• Prepare and forward prospective undergraduate student applications for review by the Undergraduate Admissions Committee when required.

Functional Area 3: Support

Percent Effort: 10%

• Provide front-line assistance by answering phones and responding to student, parent, and campus partner inquiries related to undergraduate admissions processing.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree. 

• Two (2) years of related experience. 

• Additional education may be considered as substitution for the minimum experience requirement:

  • Master’s degree 

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel) and databases. 

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner through various methods, such as person, telephone and email. 

• Attention to detail. Self-motivated and self-directed. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Target X

• Experience in admissions, student recruiting, or college relations. 

• Experience with Banner Student Information System, Laserfiche, and Argos. 

• Demonstrated aptitude for people management, with experience mentoring and leading teams.

• Bilingual in Spanish. 

SALARY: Up to $21.63 Hourly ($44,990.40 Annual, Approximately)

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.