Administrative Assistant - Admissions

Midway University is searching for an Administrative Assistant for Admissions. This position provides office support for primarily the admissions department and partially for the financial aid and business offices. This position performs a wide range of customer service, clerical and administrative duties and works with minimal supervision. This position plays a pivotal role on the admissions team. Using admission data and scheduling systems, the position provides operational support for the office’s fast-paced enrollment cycles.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as the initial point of contact for visitors and phone calls to the admissions office with oversight over the appearance and functionality of the admission reception area.

• Supports the Admission staff by scheduling information sessions and tours, managing room reservations for meetings/events, and overseeing departmental email accounts.

• Assists in the hiring, training, and supervision of student workers.

• Manages inventory of office supplies, publications.

• Participates in Admission events throughout the year, some of which may be held on weekends and/or evenings.

• Utilize admission data systems for admission operations.

• Manage the daily production of mailed admission materials. File admissions documentation as required.

• Enter data from admission materials which are critical to the application review process.

• Assist in consolidation of duplicate records.

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  A high school diploma or equivalent is required, a bachelor's degree preferred.

• Minimum of one- year administrative support or related experience preferred.

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Aptitude for exercising judgement and maintaining confidentiality.

• Proficiency in organization, multitasking, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

• The individual selected should be conscientious and creative as it relates to efficiency and work effectiveness.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a willingness to learn new systems

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Midway University is an equal opportunity employer.