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Open Date 07/23/2026 Requisition Number PRN45733B Job Title Academic Program Support Specialist Working Title International Undergraduate Admissions Evaluator Career Progression Track B Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary
Work Schedule: 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday
VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00295 - Office of Admissions Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $16.50 per hour Close Date 09/15/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary
This employee plays a vital role in the international student admission and record maintenance process. They are trained to evaluate academic transcripts, test scores, and relevant credentials. Responsibilities include preparing, verifying, and entering data into computerized student information systems. The International Undergraduate Admissions Evaluator will work with the Undergraduate International Admissions team to process applications for the current admissions cycle and assist in maintaining student records for our Main Campus located in Salt Lake City. There are busier times of year when we receive an increase in applications, and this typically occurs between the months of November to March, and overtime may be made available during this time. Please note that this is a Main campus-based position and this employee will be working at the Salt Lake City Admissions office. This employee will also communicate with students, departments, and other on-campus partners to address inquiries regarding admission policies, the submission and processing of related documentation, and to connect students with campus resources. It is important to note that this position does not entail active recruitment of potential applicants. Staff are required to be in the office; this is not a remote position. The Office of Admissions currently operates on a hybrid schedule. After 90 days and with management approval, employees may have the opportunity to work up to three days a week remotely.
The University of Utah offers excellent pay and benefits package which includes the following:
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Minimum Qualifications
Three years of general office experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), one of which in an academic setting; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. College coursework in a related area is preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
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