Admissions Specialist (Full-time)

STATUS:  Full-time

WORK LOCATION:  Thomasville

            JOB CODE:  61830

POSITION TYPE:  Regular

RECRUITMENT SOURCE:  All Interested Candidates

Admissions Specialist

The Admissions Specialist is responsible for performing administrative duties in the admissions area at a technical college.

• Greets visitors and/or students and determines the nature of their business and provides appropriate information or refers to appropriate personnel;
• Assists prospective students with the admission and readmission process to include program offerings, admissions & placement exam requirements;
• Provides information by telephone, written correspondence and in person to interested parties regarding applicant procedures and admissions requirements;
• Receives, verifies and accurately inputs student enrollment applications, admissions placement scores, residency and lawful presence verification information into the Target X and BANNER student information system;
• Processes, completes and maintains necessary documentation, transactions, records, etc. pertaining to registration and codes into college database and ensures records are updated;
• Assists with scheduling admissions placement exams, as well as, discusses and records admissions score information into the BANNER student information system database;
• Assists with scanning and indexing all admissions and testing related documents into imaging system;
• Audits records to ensure necessary documentation is in the record and contacts students of any missing data;
• Keeps informed of admissions regulations, policies and procedures via Student Affairs/Admissions Director;
• Maintains inventory of admissions materials;
• Assists with various registration activities;
• Provides administrative assistance and coverage, when needed;
• Participates in assessment, planning, budgeting, and staff development;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs
• Skill and ability to perform complex and varied duties in an efficient and confidential manner
• Skill in managing multiple priorities
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Skill in interpersonal communications and working with the public in a customer service environment
• Knowledge of college programs of study
• Knowledge of admissions testing
• Oral and written communication skills

• High school diploma or equivalent *and* Six (6) months of related work experience

In addition to the minimum qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in the use of BANNER Student Information System and CRM platforms

• Salaried
• Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience 
• Eligible for benefits

• For assistance/accommodations with the application/interview process, contact April Bentley, Human Resources Coordinator at abentley@southernregional.edu or 229-217-4255.
• All required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment.
• References will be checked.
• Post offer requirements following a conditional offer of employment to include a criminal history records check, a motor vehicle records check, and as applicable, pre-employment/random drug testing, credit history records check, fingerprinting records check, medical examination, psychological screening, and test for deception.

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

The Technical College System and Technical Colleges shall promote the realization of equal opportunity through a positive continuing program of specific practices designed to ensure the full realization of equal opportunity. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Darbie Avera and Connie Barrett. At Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), the Title IX Coordinator is Darbie Avera, SRTC-Moultrie 800Veterans Parkway North, Moultrie, GA 31788, Building A, (229) 217-4145, davera@southernregional.edu. The Section 504 Coordinator for SRTC is Connie Barrett, SRTC-Thomasville 15689 US Hwy 19 N, Thomasville, GA 31792, Building A, (229) 227-2676, cbarrett@southernregional.edu.