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University of Southern Mississippi Admissions Evaluator in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Admissions Evaluator
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Admissions Evaluator.
Position Details
Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division Office of Admissions
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Full Time
Grant Funded No
Pay Grade
N05
Posting Close Date Open until filled
Job Summary
The Admissions Evaluator performs assessments of applicants for admissibility and renders admissions decisions and performs the necessary data entry related to admission evaluation. The evaluator is responsible for posting transfer credits.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Interpret admission requirements set by state institutions of Higher Learning Board to evaluate applicants and render admission decisions.
Interpret university policies to analyze former students for readmission to the university and render readmission decisions and performs the necessary data entry
Evaluate external submitted coursework, credits, and examinations for undergraduate students and articulates coursework to student’s university degree plan.
Counsel students and parents as needed regarding admissibility and university enrollment.
Performs admissions-related functions for orientation participants, including but not limited to: communicating missing information to registrants, ensuring accuracy of data, and monitoring admissions statuses of all registrants.
Participation in admissions and recruitment events, answering Admissions phone lines.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates degree in business education or related from an accredited college or university and two years experience in admissions related functions in higher education.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work some nights and weekends
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Ability to utilize a PC and keyboard to perform data entry
Ability to adapt in an environment with rapidly changing priorities
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Slate.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.