Admissions Associate

Admissions Associate

Employer The University of Akron Location Akron, OH Closing date Apr 19, 2026

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Specialty Admissions Position Type Other Hours Full-time Employment Type Permanent Organization Type College / University

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Job Details

Essential Functions

Processes applications, transcripts, and other credentials. Evaluate transcripts and enter information into Slate. Assign admission decision letters and follow up correspondence. Update student records and verify the accuracy of data in the system. Provide information to students, parents and counselors on admissions procedures and academic requirements. Follow up with students regarding the status of their application. Request missing credentials needed to complete students’ admissions files. Generate reports from the student database and distribute them to colleagues. Assist at Admissions recruitment events and visit days, and perform other functions as needed.

Additional Position Information

Required Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma. Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in admissions, student services, registrar, financial aid or other high school, college or university setting or professional office. Strong communication and customer service skills required. Basic computer skills including spreadsheet, database and word processing capabilities required. Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds required.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of university procedures, policies and administrative structure preferred. Some college level coursework preferred.

Compensation: This is a Union position with a salary Grade of 109. Salary determination is subject to the (SBU) Collective Bargaining Agreement. Starting salary $16.32 hourly.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume and three professional references and contact information.

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on May 4, 2026.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if Applicable)

Staff Bargaining Unit

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Madilyn Otterbacher

Email

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Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

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