Admission Specialist (Administrative Support Coordinator II)

Under the general direction of the Enrollment Services Business Analyst, the Admission Specialist will provide administrative support to the Admission People Soft Implementation Team to assist with the conversion from home grown student information system to PeopleSoft Campus Solutions 9.2.

The incumbent will work with the implementation team to assist with organization of project meetings, documentation of configuration decisions, development of training materials, research of system functionality and CSU processes, and simple system configuration and data entry.

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This is a full-time (1.0 time-base) benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on or before one year from the date of hire. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Some positions may require a knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite.

These qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years of related office work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of the state regulations, policies and procedures of the California State University system.
• Prior professional experience working in a university admissions office.
• Prior professional experience drafting communications/letter/memos on behalf of an organization.
• Prior professional experience analyzing and interpreting system documentation.

Specialized Skills Required

• Experience working within the Office of Admissions for a selective, higher-education institution.
• Experience utilizing PeopleSoft Campus Solutions in daily functions, specifically the Admissions module of PeopleSoft Campus Solutions.
• Experience analyzing data.
• A high level of independent judgment and problem-solving skills are needed to effectively perform the job duties.
• Ability to review processes and identify deviations from policies and procedures.
• High-level organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment not expected to exceed $3,208 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,115 - $5,639 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on February 10, 2021. To receive full consideration, apply by February 9, 2021.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Meracle Cothron at mcothron@sdsu.edu.