Admissions Transfer Specialist, UMKC Office of Admissions, 83106
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Administration / Clerical
Posted on May 15, 2024
Hiring Department
Office of Admissions
Job Description
UMKC Admissions Department is accepting applications for an AdmissionsTransfer Specialist. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Transfer & Adult Learning Center, this position is responsible to help the admissions office meet enrollment goals and objectives, develop programs and initiatives to support the transition of admitted transfer students and adult learner students to UMKC, as well as support the Office of Admissions in meeting its goals.
Duties Include:
- Maintain a strong knowledge of UMKC's programs, policies, awards, values, and distinctions.
- Develop,plan, and coordinate visits including but not limited to, community college visits, community events, communication plans, and other initiatives focused on supporting admitted transfer and adult learner students through the yield and academic advising process.
- Help support the Center for Transfer Students and Adult Learners.
- Serve as the point of contact fortransfer and adult learner students who have confirmed their admission.
- Respond to prospective and admitted student inquiries through email, phone, or in-person communications.
- Initiate and maintain positive relationships with students, families, school/college counselors/advisors, and other school, agency, and community organizations.
- Communicate information about UMKC's requirements for admission, including requirements for specific academic programs.
- Communicate with admitted students regarding next steps in academic advising and class enrollment.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal/presentation skills, and present information both in person and on virtual campus visits and 1:1 appointments.
- Communicate financial aid and scholarship information, deadlines, and processes.
- Regularly travel to the schools with the greatest potential for enrollment to provide onsite academic advising.
- Communicate with students, both admitted and denied to the university. Counsel applicants on eligibility for admission.
- Maintain accurate reports related to visits, enrolled data, and communication efforts.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external constituents, and interface with various campus partners concerning student admissions and enrollment.
- Function with a high level of autonomy, including setting accountability goals, while keeping appropriate stakeholders informed of progress to goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
Previous recruitment and or advising experience preferred
Anticipated Hiring Range
$19.25 - $21.71 per hour commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity.
Application Deadline
Application review begins, May 24th, 2024. Opening will continue to accept and review applications until filled.
Community Information
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.
UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City's university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
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