Description
Description: At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.
As the Graduate Assistant in Enrollment, you will gain hands-on experience in supporting the transfer student experience including transcript evaluation, academic completion plan development and advising and registration. The position will also serve as a general resource for Enrollment. This is a two-year position with the expectation of successful graduation from Carroll University with a master’s degree.
Work Schedule: Flexibility is required to accommodate evening and weekend activities connected with the enrollment of students to Carroll University.
Responsibilities:
- Provide enrollment advising support to transfer students, including transcript evaluation, and guidance on transfer credit policies and pathways.
- Manage course equivalency database, including outreach to faculty for course review, as needed.
- Support Advising team with advising and registration sessions.
- Serve as a resource for Enrollment by answering questions related to academic programs, student services, and campus resources by attending events and meeting with students.
- Maintain accurate student records to facilitate the enrollment process.
- Coordinate, document, and collaborate on initiatives related to improvement and facilitation of Enrollment processing, new and existing.
- Assist in developing enrollment related marketing materials for prospective students.
- Collaborate with the Enrollment team and other campus partners to improve the transfer student experience.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Previous experience working in higher education, admission or advising is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required; experience with Slate and Ellucian platforms and Transferology products is a plus.
- Maintain full time status in an eligible Carroll University graduate program is required
Human Relations Skills:
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to perform a variety of tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented; strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities; flexibility.
- Customer service experience is strongly preferred.
- Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.
Compliance:
- Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at the Department of Public Safety, at 208 Wright St., Waukesha, WI 5318
Term of Employment:
- This position is limited to a two-year employment term.
Requirements
Please attach a cover letter and resume with this electronic application.
Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.
Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.
The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.