Southern Methodist University · 3 hours ago
Graduate Program Admissions Coordinator
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSouthern Methodist University is a prestigious institution with a commitment to academic freedom and open inquiry. The Graduate Program Admissions Coordinator will manage day-to-day operations and support the admissions process for graduate programs, serving as a key point of contact for prospective students and overseeing the collection of applicant records.
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Responsibilities
Manage graduate admissions day-to-day office operations and strategic events, supporting the Working Professional MBA and Full-time MBA and MS teams
Serve as the initial point of contact for prospective students by managing inbound calls, emails, and in-person visits
Provide support to graduate admissions leadership and program directors for MBA and MS programs, including one Senior Assistant Dean, two Assistant Deans, and multiple Director / Associate Director roles
Oversee mission-critical collection and processing of records for applicants to 12 graduate programs (e.g., transcripts, test scores and other official documentation
Manages all phases of international student file review after admission for 7 STEM-designated full-time graduate programs including review of financial statements, tracking of international student documentation and collaborating with other campus offices
Perform daily and weekly admissions operation tasks such as mailing admit packets and tracking and uploading final application documents, including transcripts
Coordinate with campus partners (e.g., registrar, international student services, financial aid) to ensure candidates' on-boarding process is smooth and timely
Align as needed with third-party service providers
Assist International students in on-boarding process and I-20 visa process
Conduct 1:1 meetings with international students to review documentation
Collaborate with admissions teams to plan and execute on-campus and in-person events
Manage STABLE venue requests and logistics for additional services
Coordinate alumni and current student event participation and manage the alumni referrals process
Provide event-day execution support
Serve as the initial face of Cox graduate programs: address visitors' needs, direct to appropriate contact or answer questions about programs/application processes
Manage Admissions general inbox and phone line
Manage office-wide supplies, promotional item inventory, and PO/reconciliation process
Coordinate with operational partners across Cox & SMU (IT, building services)
Other duties as assigned by leadership
Occasional evening/weekend hours may be required
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree is required
A minimum of three (3) years of experience is required
Professional work experience required in environments where organization, details, verbal and written communication, and customer service were key to success
Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies
Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills
Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions
Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills
Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and social media
Physical and Environmental Demands: Sit for long periods of time, Bend, stand, Reach above shoulders, Handle objects (dexterity), Carry/lift 25 lbs
Preferred
Familiarity with PeopleSoft and CRM systems (e.g. Slate)
Benefits
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits.
In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.
Company
Southern Methodist University
SMU is a distinguished center for teaching and research located near the heart of Dallas.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$101.8MKey Investors
Phillips FoundationTexas Workforce CommisionMoody Foundation
2023-06-14Grant· $1.7M
2022-07-07Grant· $0.1M
2019-11-12Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Lisa Nelson
Adjunct Professor
Michael Hites
Chief Information Officer
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