Admissions Assistant

About the role

This position serves as a direct report to the Senior Associate Dean to provide assistance for the Honors College's scholarship admissions, recruitment, outreach, and selection processes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• 10% Assists the Honors College and Scholarship Programs leadership teams on assorted projects related to student recruitment and outreach.
• 30% Honors and Scholarship Programs Recruiting Activities: Assesses Honors College applications based on their qualifications for the Honors College’s two signature cohort-based scholarship programs: the National Scholars Program and Breakthrough Scholars Program. Participates in selection of semifinalist stage, manages portfolio of semifinalist applications under consideration for finalist selection and, in consultation with Honors College leadership, may provide recommendations for finalist interview consideration. Contributes to various Honors College admissions and recruiting activities, including but not limited to prospective and admitted student events.
• 60% Applicant Evaluations: Conducts holistic reviews of a large volume of Honors College applications. Consults with Admissions Director and Honors College leadership to assess and review evaluation of Honors College applications. Develops reviewer feedback and assists with training materials.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

Schedule

Standard hours: 15 per week.

Pay

Expected salary range: $20–$25 per hour (dependent on experience, knowledge, skills, and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines).

Location

Clemson, SC

Job code: CB65. Employee type: Temporary (TMP) Staff (Fixed Term). Application deadline: November 3, 2026. Physical requirements: perceive, observe, clarity of vision (50%). Working conditions: none. Essential personnel level: normal operations — required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations. Supervisory responsibilities: not responsible for supervising employees. Budgetary responsibilities: no fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.