Graduate Admissions Evaluator

Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, submit a cover letter highlighting your qualifications and experience related to the specific job requirements, along with a current resume, to the USM job application portal. A review of applications will begin on July 1. Contact Brittney Hawkins at [email protected] if you have any questions. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B). Job Summary The Graduate Admissions Evaluator is essential to the Graduate School’s goal of increasing graduate enrollment by recruiting and admitting high-caliber students commensurate with USM’s R1 research status. This individual counsels prospective and active applicants providing assistance with their questions about programs, the university, and use of the application software. Moreover, they must be able to interpret documents and make critical, independent decisions about an applicant’s qualifications for admission. Their work requires attention to detail, reasoning skills, and accuracy so applicants receive timely information and assistance, making them more likely to accept an offer of admission and enroll at our institution. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Interprets the eligibility of graduate applicants for admission into graduate programs by demonstrating a deep understanding of policies regarding admissions requirements of both the Graduate School and specific programs. Determines the eligibility of graduate applicants for graduate programs by ensuring admissions requirements of both the Graduate School and specific programs are met. Evaluates the program’s decision to deny or admit with conditional or regular status and makes the final decision on whether the applicant is eligible for the selected admission status. Advises applicants regarding use of application software, admission and application requirements and process, and application status and completion of the application. Communicates with graduate coordinators and other campus partners regarding admissions-related queries. Shares knowledge and advice regarding graduate school admissions processes with campus community and participates in on-campus recruitment and informational events. Assesses new student accounts for post-admissions tasks and advises new admits on next steps. Helps train new employees, graduate assistants, and student workers on use of computer systems. Performs other duties as assigned.