Admissions Officer

1 week ago

Tyler, Texas, United States The University of Texas at Tyler Full time

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions:

When prompted to upload your "resume", upload your combined documents as one file.

  • Please do not upload documents to "Cover Letter" or "References".

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the "resume" prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The Admissions Officer is responsible for providing professional knowledge, advice and counseling skills regarding the undergraduate student admissions and recruitment process. This position provides high-level coordination and review of the undergraduate admissions process. Travel is an essential function to this role and may require up to 4-6 weeks in the fall and 2-3 weeks in the spring.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

  • Develop and implement strategies of the admissions plan.
  • Administers admissions policies and procedures for specific programs and activities.
  • Counsel's prospective students, parents, educational administrators and other interested people regarding admissions requirements, policies, and procedures.
  • Manage assigned territory for recruitment of prospective students inclusive of travel planning and meetings with high school counselors, students, and other professionals.
  • Promote University opportunities to prospective students by developing and delivering presentations to high schools, businesses, and organizations.
  • Regularly gathers and analyzes information on application and enrollment trends to determine proper workloads.
  • Provide administrative management and coordination of admissions functions and reporting.
  • Reviews admissions applications and makes admissions decisions.
  • Using established policy, evaluates college course credit and records.
  • Coordinate information sessions and event planning for admissions activities.
  • Supervise the assigned student workers as appropriate and coordinate their daily tasks and schedules.
  • Act as the main contact for the assigned admissions process.
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of the admissions process to train staff, pinpoint and resolve issues and serve as a backup for assigned supervisor.
  • Establish a high level of integrity and ethical behavior in dealing with confidential information.
  • Research and confirms applicant residency status and maintains up to date admissions policies and procedures.
  • Attend university meetings and participate in committees as needed.
  • Manages the interactions between the office and outside service providers.
  • May recommend policy and procedural changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness in Admissions recruitment and/or enrollment practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • One (1) year of experience counseling students in admissions, financial aid, or in a closely related area.
  • May accept a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education / Experience

  • Master's degree.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Required Certifications/Licenses

  • Texas Driver's License (or receive within 30 days of hire date).

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

  • High level of skills with Microsoft Suite.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication, both in person and over the phone.
  • Effective time management.
  • Knowledge and experience with various information systems, hardware, and infrastructure.
  • Experience leading teams effectively.
  • Successful manager of change and transformation.
  • Strong ability to multi-task and work with many interruptions.
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures related to university admissions
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
  • Excellent public speaking skills.
  • Critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Ethical.
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of eight colleges.

Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit

EEO Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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