North Carolina Wesleyan University is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Admissions Graduate Assistant.

The Graduate Assistant serves as administrative support to the Admissions Processing Coordinator.  This position assists with the processing of all documents related to student applications/acceptance as assigned by the Admissions Processing Coordinator.

Interested applicants must apply to an NCWU graduate program and be pre-registered for full-time enrollment before they will be formally considered for this position.  Full-time enrollment consists of registration for at least six credits each academic semester and must begin no later than the Fall term. Continuous enrollment in good academic and conduct standing is required to maintain this position.

Specific work schedules will be negotiated with the supervisor, but they will not include more than 29 hours of employment (on average) each week; 20 hours if candidate is an international student. Work must be performed onsite at the Rocky Mount campus.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with the processing of all student applications
• Prepare, maintain, and scan/store (digitally or physically) admissions records and provide for the security, confidentiality, and proper destruction of these records
• Obtain student transcripts required for applicant acceptance and enter data into Salesforce
• Assist with the printing and distribution of accepted and deposited letters for each student
• Communicate with candidates by telephone or email to notify students of missing documents
• Assist with the front desk duties as requested
• Adhere to strict confidentiality policies relating to admissions records
• Demonstrate integrity and uphold the values and the mission of the University.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Acceptance to a graduate degree program and active enrollment in graduate classes with NCWU. Enrollment must be continuous during your tenure in this position, and you must maintain good academic standing in your academic program. If you fail to maintain enrollment, employment in this position will be terminated.
• Ability to maintain a calm and professional atmosphere in a busy and dynamic environment; clear, concise written and verbal communication skills; time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of constituents including students, faculty, staff, and senior management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate large amounts of data
• Must be computer literate, self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Compensation Includes:

• Stipend of $500/month throughout the period of employment; $350/month if filled by international student
• Full tuition scholarship for the completion of graduate study at NCWU that is contingent on the student maintaining a full-time enrollment status.
• On-campus housing
• University meal plan for use during regular dining operational periods

PLEASE NOTE:

• This position does not include health insurance or retirement benefits.

Download a Staff Application form here >

Please send the following to North Carolina Wesleyan University:

1. A completed application form
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Names and phone numbers of 3 references

Attention:
Oscar Rodriguez
orodriguez@ncwu.edu

12-Month Position, unpaid; benefits detailed below

DEPARTMENTS AVAILABLE:  

• Admissions
• Advancement
• Athletics
• Marketing
• Masters of Public Health
• Resident Life
• Student Activities

This is a graduate intern position that is open only to students who have completed their baccalaureate degree.  Interested applicants must apply to an NCWU graduate program and be pre-registered for full-time enrollment before they will be formally considered for this position.  Full-time enrollment consists of registration for at least six credits each academic semester and must begin by no later than the Summer term.  Continuous enrollment in good academic standing is required to maintain this position.

Specific work schedules will be negotiated with the supervisor, but they will not include more than 15 hours of employment (on average) each week.

BENEFITS INCLUDED:

• 25% tuition scholarship for graduate study
• Up to 20 hours of work per week
• Free housing in the designated graduate housing
• Opportunity to purchase a meal plan (optional) at the posted commuter rate
• The tuition scholarship can be spread out over 12 months or length of the graduate study
• Not all positions that are offered for Graduate Assistants (GA) may be fillable on a Graduate Intern (GI) basis.
• Some positions may be offered that are only open to Graduate Interns

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES – will be determined by the department. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Acceptance to a graduate degree program and active enrollment in graduate classes with NCWU. Enrollment must be continuous during your tenure in this position, and you must maintain good academic standing in your academic program. If you fail to maintain enrollment, employment in this position would be terminated.
• Ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and activities.
• Must have the ability to interact with the university community.
• Strong work ethic
• Experience with Microsoft and Jenzabar software preferred

PLEASE NOTE:

• This position does not include health insurance or retirement benefits.

Resumes should be forwarded to:
Suzanne Brackett
Sr. VP of Administration
sbrackett@ncwu.edu