Admissions Evaluator III
Summary of Job Duties
The Admissions Evaluator III – Technical Lead serves as a lead admissions professional and subject-matter expert within the Graduate Admissions Office, providing advanced expertise in domestic admissions evaluation, complex applicant review, and admissions systems operations. This position serves as a primary resource for admissions staff, providing day-to-day guidance on complex or non-routine cases and supporting the consistent application of Graduate School and International Education and institutional policies.
This position supports admissions processing, data integrity, and systems functionality across Slate, Workday, and related university systems. This role assists with troubleshooting data discrepancies, maintaining accurate applicant records, supporting process improvements, and ensuring consistency across admissions evaluations and decisions.
While this role provides operational guidance and technical expertise, final policy interpretation and escalation remain with the Associate Director of Admissions Operations and the Director of Graduate & International Admissions. This position bridges admissions processing, systems operations, and policy implementation to ensure accurate, efficient, and student-centered admissions services.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Two years of experience in admissions, credential evaluation, records management, enrollment services, or a related field
- One year of experience interpreting and applying complex policies, procedures, or business processes
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in graduate admissions at a research institution
- Experience evaluating domestic academic credentials and determining admission eligibility
- Experience with Slate, Workday, or similar admissions and student information systems
- Experience with data management, reporting, quality assurance, or systems troubleshooting
- Previous lead or supervisory experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated knowledge of graduate admissions policies, procedures, and evaluation practices
- Strong knowledge of admissions systems, data management, and business process workflows
- Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, particularly in resolving data and systems-related issues
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to analyze complex applicant records and apply policies consistently
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with technical partners
- Ability to lead, train, and support staff in a high-volume environment
- Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and accuracy
- Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
Special Instructions To Applicants
- To apply, visit the University of Arkansas System Career Site at https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
- Required documents include a cover letter, list of three professional references, and resume
- Optional documents include proof of veteran status
Additional Information
- Sponsorship Available: No
- Salary Information: $51,500
- Department: Graduate Admissions
- Department's Website: Not provided
- Application Materials: Must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
- Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Financial (Credit) Background Check, Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) Check, and Drug Screening
- Questions or Concerns: Contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351 or via email at miriamb@uark.edu
- Recruitment Contact Information: Miriam Burns, miriamb@uark.edu, Human Resources Business Partner GSIE