Admissions Specialist - Admissions and New Student Programs

Admissions Specialist - Admissions and New Student Programs

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Cape Girardeau, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600209

Division

Enrollment Management and Student Success

Department

Admissions and New Student Programs

Opening Date

06/30/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Admissions Specialist

Office of Admissions and New Student Programs

Full-Time

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the admissibility of domestic and international admission applicants
• Evaluate domestic college transcripts
• Evaluate domestic high school transcripts to ensure applicants meet academic and core curriculum requirements of the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development and the University
• Collaborate and communicate with various offices across campus
• Create (import, export, manual entry) and maintain applicant data files in Element451 (CRM system), Ellucian Banner (ERP system), and Banner Document Management
• Manage application data in Axiom (data integration software)
• Complete regular data checks to ensure data processing and evaluation accuracy
• Generate and process admission decision letters
• Process daily incoming and outgoing admission operations mail (electronic and paper)
• Continually review applicants who are in a pending status for meeting admission requirements
• Place third party transcript orders for graduate applicants
• Assist with interpretation of admissions data and policies
• Counsel and provide customer service prospective students and their family members regarding admission policy and processes (via phone, email, Element451 and in person)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Access
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to interact effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, and public
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Evidence of accuracy in recording data and attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by July 14, 2026. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Complete the online application by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page. You will need to submit the following for your application materials to be complete:

• Letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
• Current resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references, which may be requested later if not submitted

Additional Information

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.

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Southeast Missouri State University provides an excellent benefits package. For complete benefit details visit our website at https://semo.edu/hr.

Employer Southeast Missouri State University

Address 1 University Plaza

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, 63701

Phone (573) 651-2206

Website http://www.semo.edu