Admission Service Representative

The University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global) is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts. Accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges), the university offers undergraduate, graduate, credential, and certificate programs designed to be relevant to more than 90 career paths. UMass Global has ranked consistently among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report .

At the University of Massachusetts Global, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. With our affordable and flexible benefit packages we aim to provide peace of mind to allow employees to focus on important aspects of their lives. Our benefits include:

Healthcare

Medical, dental, and vision plans - including health and flexible spending accounts - that cover you and your family.

Work-Life Balance

We encourage a healthy work-life balance, that’s why we offer flexible schedules and remote work opportunities. In addition, we provide generous vacation and sick time and 13 paid holidays which includes a winter break.

Financial Protection

For life's unexpected surprises - we provide life and disability insurance, prepaid legal, identity theft, critical illness, accident, and travel assistance. We also have programs to help you manage student debt offered through SAVI. Employees are also eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness.

Tuition Remission

We support the educational goals of you and your family by providing tuition discounts at UMass Global and Chapman University.

Wellbeing

24/7 counseling support, through our Employee Assistance Program, and free premium subscription to Calm for you and your dependents! In addition, our Wellness program provides year-round events that bring together our community and promotes employee well-being.

Retirement

Pre-tax and Roth options with a generous match of 6% and additional employer contribution of 3% - totaling 9%!

Under general direction from the Admissions Supervisor is responsible for the processing of applications in administrative computing system. The Admission Representative is responsible for successfully guiding the applicant through the admissions process and for representing UMass Global in a positive and professional manner.
Remote work from any of the following states – Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
Recruiting in California and Massachusetts only if position job responsibilities warrant it.
The hiring range for this position is $15.50 - $19.00 per hour. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members.

TYPE OF SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 

• General direction from the Admissions Supervisor

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

            Essential functions:  100% of time

• Process applications in administrative computing system
• Prepare files for evaluation/decision.  Link scanned documents in document imaging system. Create and update files. Track received documents in computing system, enter transfer coursework. Input communication codes, status codes, and trigger correspondence
• Provide support and assistance to both applicants and University staff
• Assist applicants and campus staff with troubleshooting issues as related to policies and procedures
• Assist in the development of training materials
• Assist with the training of University staff
• Run audit reports on application data and follow up with University staff
• Assist with quality control reporting and data integrity
• Responsible for maintaining regular contact with staff, particularly the Enrollment Coaches, via regular scheduled conference calls, on-line meetings, and data report follow-up
• Act as liaison between University staff and Admissions Supervisor
• Assist in the updating and review of applications and forms
• Assist with testing new procedures and processes
• Other duties as assigned to support the Central Admission Office

Non-Essential Functions of the Job:

• May require work hours outside of standard business hours.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Special Conditions of Employment:  Position may be required to work flexible hours particularly given campuses’ extended hours of operation, and may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.  All applicants are subject to a background check and criminal history review.  Working conditions are normal for an office environment.

Previous Experience: 

• Prefer experience working in an Admission or Registrar office in a Higher Education Institution or equivalent work experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to perform accurate and efficient entry of data into administrative software
• Adequate typing skills to complete data entry requests in a timely manner
• Ability to prioritize duties when faced with interruptions, distractions and fluctuating workload and completing them in a timely manner
• Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse individuals and groups at all organizational levels, both inside and outside of the university
• Ability to organize and handle large quantity of work with accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic computations
• Strong commitment to teamwork and customer service

Knowledge and Education: 

• Experience working in an Admission or Registrar office in a Higher Education Institution or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge and experience with administrative computing and document imaging systems, preferably Banner,  ImageNow, Intelligent Capture, TargetX, and Salesforce
• Knowledge of Admission policies and procedures
• Knowledge of UMass Global University policies and procedures

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software:  

• Banner, Salesforce, TargetX, Argos, Perceptive Content, SoftDocs, Raptor, Axiom, Microsoft Suite, ShoreTel, Zoom, and other enrollment management software incorporated in the future to support the department.

Contact with Students:  Daily.

Contact with Faculty and/or Staff:  Daily

Contact with Community and Vendors: Occasional

Please Note: Internal Employees, please access the Career app on the Workday Dashboard homepage to apply for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of age, ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), disability (mental and physical), marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin (including language use restrictions), race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and/ related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at [email protected] .