Job Description
Job Title- Academic Advisor / Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Duration 3 months
Location Los Angeles CA - hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and student-focused Academic Advisor / Graduate Admissions Coordinator to support graduate admissions, academic advising, student services, and enrollment administration at a leading university.
The ideal candidate will have experience in higher education, graduate admissions, academic advising, or student services, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. This role involves advising prospective and current graduate students, maintaining accurate academic records, supporting recruitment initiatives, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
#apolis2027
Duration 3 months
Location Los Angeles CA - hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and student-focused Academic Advisor / Graduate Admissions Coordinator to support graduate admissions, academic advising, student services, and enrollment administration at a leading university.
The ideal candidate will have experience in higher education, graduate admissions, academic advising, or student services, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. This role involves advising prospective and current graduate students, maintaining accurate academic records, supporting recruitment initiatives, and ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide academic advising to current and prospective graduate students on curriculum, degree requirements, academic progress, transfer credits, and graduation clearance.
- Support graduate admissions, recruitment, and enrollment activities.
- Review and prepare applications for admission and maintain accurate applicant records using university systems and CRM platforms.
- Coordinate student registration, grading, enrollment verification, petitions, and degree progress tracking.
- Respond to student inquiries regarding admission requirements, financial aid options, academic policies, and program expectations.
- Organize and support virtual and in-person graduate recruitment events, information sessions, and admitted-student programs.
- Maintain student databases, compile statistical information, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Evaluate student concerns and connect students with appropriate university departments and support services.
- Stay current on university policies related to admissions, registration, transfer credits, financial aid, and degree requirements.
- Collaborate with academic administrators, faculty, and university teams to ensure a positive student experience.
- Support occasional early morning, evening, and weekend events as required.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively.
- Strong customer service and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to interpret and communicate policies, procedures, and academic requirements accurately.
- Experience in higher education, graduate admissions, academic advising, enrollment services, or student affairs.
- Experience with Student Information Systems (SIS), university application platforms, and CRM systems.
- Familiarity with USC's Student Information System (SIS), if applicable.
- Experience supporting international students and familiarity with F-1 visa regulations.
- Experience with student records, transfer credit evaluations, graduation audits, and admissions reporting.
#apolis2027
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Salary | $1–$32 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | https://www.apolisrises.com/ |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans
About Company
Since 1996, RJT has provided successful SAP, Oracle, and IT consulting solutions and staffing services to clients around the world. The new Apolis brings you the same personalized service fortified with a greater array of IT solutions, global expertise, and cost-management strategies.
We are a global IT consultancy that seamlessly integrates experts and leading-edge solutions into your organization so you can focus on what really matters.
Skills
Level up your application
Professional resume templates
Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.
Free resume templatesResume Builder
Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.
Resume Builder