Overview
Admissions Specialist Jobs in Clovis, CA at California Health Sciences University (CHSU)
Title: Admissions Specialist
Company: California Health Sciences University (CHSU)
Location: Clovis, CA
Company Description California Health Sciences University (CHSU), founded in 2012, is a fully accredited institution focused on expanding access to health care education in California’s Central Valley. The University currently offers a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) program and a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (MSBS) program, with student success as its highest priority. Located in Clovis, CA, CHSU provides an affordable cost of living and strong regional healthcare career opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. The campus features modern facilities, including the College of Osteopathic Medicine and an innovative Simulation Center designed to maximize interactive learning.
Role Description Primarily responsible for overseeing enrollment processes and student communication, including advising applicants, processing AACOMAS applications, coordinating interview activities, managing databases, and other admissions duties as assigned
Essential Duties:
· Serve as a liaison with students, faculty, staff, vendors and/or other key department constituents: explain policies/procedures; answer various general questions; handle intake of special requests or problems.
· Manage the Enrollment Marketing Platform (EMP), admissions marketing initiatives, social media presence, and student communications.
· Coordinate logistics, facilitate, and provide technical support for interview days, admissions committee meetings, Accepted Student Visit days, and other admissions events.
· Prepare reports and documents as requested.
· Maintain and review electronic records for all interviewed candidates.
· Screen and evaluate applications to COM. Evaluating applicants’ credentials, assessment of grades, test scores, and recommendations to admit the most qualified candidates.
· Assist the Director of Admissions with student retention initiatives and waitlist management.
· Monitor COM Admissions email inbox for RSVPs, new inquiries, and general questions.
· Confer regularly with Director of Admissions to ensure accurate and current knowledge of admissions processes and procedures.
· Train Admissions staff in reviewing and evaluating applications and coordinate with team to ensure completion of tasks.
· Serve on committees as assigned.
· Serve as back-up for the Director of Admissions in supporting Admissions Committee Meetings
· Contribute to the overall success of the University by performing duties in a collaborative fashion.
Qualifications
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Skills & Experience:
· Minimum two years of related admissions experience in a higher education environment.
· Sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in situations of high sensitivity and the ability to interact with personnel at all levels of the University and community.
· Strong organizational skills and detail orientation.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and ensure timely follow-up, and to work within deadlines.
· Effective and efficient communication in a manner suitable for the intended audience; emphasis on written and verbal communication skills, including professional email and telephone skills.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgment, and act professionally, sensitively, and with a high level of discretion
· Demonstrated ability and commitment to work collaboratively in a team environment
· Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Strong analytic skills.
· Ability to perform detailed work efficiently and accurately
· Ability to plan, schedule, and manage projects and assignments
· Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a demanding work environment
· Excellent customer service skills
· Cross-departmental collaboration
-Excellent computer skills with a minimum of intermediate proficiency in Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Benefits:
Pay: $21.80-$30.53
14 paid holidays
Paid Winter Shutdown: Dec. 26 – Dec. 29
2 weeks paid vacation
3 weeks paid sick time
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision
Life Insurance
Career Development
HSA/FSA
4% 401k Match
