What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator - Admissions position at Nebraska State College System?
Nature of Work
Performs a variety of professional and administrative duties in support of the day to day operations of a function, program, and/or department – this is not a secretarial position. Assists in program planning and development; interprets, monitors, and analyzes information regarding operating policies and procedures; administers budgets; and coordinates academic and/or staff personnel matters. Resolves problems that have a significant impact on the overall goals of the department.
Examples of Work Performed
- Contribute to overall transfer recruitment goals.
- Be knowledgeable of transfer admissions funnel, enrollment trends, and participate in recruitment team meetings and training.
- Plan, coordinate, and assist with transfer recruitment programs and events on campus and at area community colleges. This includes leading individual student appointments, as well as presenting information during large visit and registration programs for transfer students.
- Communicate and follow up with prospective students by email, phone, face to face, and virtual means. Respond to student inquiries in a timely manner. Use Slate to proactively communicate to students regarding admissions steps and time sensitive reminders.
- Manage transfer student registration appointments and assist with transfer student registration programs.
- Using PeopleSoft and Slate systems to evaluate transcripts, and generate tentative credit evaluations using TES and/or Transferology.
- Respond to staff, faculty, and student inquiries regarding transfer credit.
- Assist with updating and maintaining transfer credit database.
- Assist with maintenance of institutional articulation agreements.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Associates Degree or work related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Advanced keyboarding skills; high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
2. Demonstrated ability to work well among diverse coworkers in a fast-paced environment.
3. The ability to manage and organize complex information; ability to use analysis and critical thinking skills to solve problems.
4. Good written and verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information.
6. Excel, Microsoft Word, Publisher, and Canva experience.
7. Demonstrated ability to interact with the public in an effective manner with sensitive information.
8. Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
9. Minimum of two years of experience in a process driven environment.
10. Experience working with customer relations management (CRM) tools, such as Slate.
11. Experience working within student database systems, such as PeopleSoft.
12. Experience handling the routing of information through complex workflows.
2. Demonstrated ability to work well among diverse coworkers in a fast-paced environment.
3. The ability to manage and organize complex information; ability to use analysis and critical thinking skills to solve problems.
4. Good written and verbal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information.
6. Excel, Microsoft Word, Publisher, and Canva experience.
7. Demonstrated ability to interact with the public in an effective manner with sensitive information.
8. Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
9. Minimum of two years of experience in a process driven environment.
10. Experience working with customer relations management (CRM) tools, such as Slate.
11. Experience working within student database systems, such as PeopleSoft.
12. Experience handling the routing of information through complex workflows.
Physical Demands
License and Certification Requirements
Other Requirements
Background and DMV check, valid Driver’s License
Salary Information
Competitive, commensurate with qualifications & experience. Attractive & comprehensive fringe benefit package. Annual salary is $41,699 - $52,124.
FTE
1.000
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Union Status
NSCPA
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PS1533P
Desired Start Date
Open Date
04/01/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Wayne State College is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated person to serve transfer students in the exciting role of Project Coordinator within the Office of Admissions. The ideal candidate is passionate about higher education and helping students transition smoothly in their new academic journey to meet their career goals.
The successful applicant will have the primary responsibility of building relationships with prospective transfer students by reviewing their transfer credit while guiding them and their families through the enrollment process. Qualified applicants must be highly motivated, creative, flexible, detail focused and adaptable to changing environments. They will also possess excellent interpersonal, written communication and public speaking skills working independently or as a part of a team. Bachelor’s degree, valid driver’s license, and ability to travel are required. A background check will be conducted on the final candidate.
General Information
Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.
EEO Statement
The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate against any student, employee, or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, or age in employment and education opportunities. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.
Veteran Statement
This position is subject to Veterans Preference.
Salary : $41,699 - $52,124
