Graduate Assistant, International Enrollment

Lewis University

Romeoville, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Budgeting, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Foreign Affairs, Higher Education, Operations, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Social Media, Spreadsheets, Student Services, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Word Processing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Romeoville, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

PAF/Position Details

Position Details

Position Title Graduate Assistant, International Enrollment Position Status Staff Graduate Assistant

Budget Summary

Base Pay 7,000 for full year, 75% graduate tuition

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Graduate Assistant for the Office of International Admission and Recruitment will report to the Director of International Admission and Recruitment. This position will assist in various day to day functions, including responding to email inquiries, data entry, application file review, follow up from new inquiries, and student advising while the Director is away on recruitment events.

Responsibilities

Responsible for modeling the University Mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration, and active support of the University's Mission and Catholic and Lasallian Higher education.

  • Assist with maintaining the Undergraduate and Graduate database of International applications
  • Communicate with applicants regarding the completion of the application and visa process
  • Work independently, while collaborating with the Freshmen, Transfer, and Graduate admission teams, to ensure timely and accurate student service during recruitment events.
  • Assist with front office communications and coverage as well as daily operations
  • Respond to email and phone inquiries as needed
  • Assist with student recruitment, communications and social media
  • Collaborate with International Student Services to plan, develop, and implement relevant orientation content and social/cultural programs for incoming students as needed.
  • Utilize technology and databases to ensure accurate record keeping.
  • Other job-related duties for the Office of International Affairs as assigned by the Director of International Enrollment and Director of International Student and Global Scholar Services

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required. Must be enrolled in and maintain satisfactory progress in one of the University's graduate programs. Specific job skills required include computer literacy, including word processing, database and spreadsheet utilization, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Must have at least one year left in graduate studies.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in higher education and data analytics preferred.

Essential Duties Work hours

Part-time; minimum of 20 hours per week; year round position (including summer)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S01715 Posting Date Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Are you enrolled in one of Lewis University's graduate programs?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Do you have experience with international student recruitment and/or admissions?
  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcripts

Optional Documents

About the Company

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Lewis University