Job Details

Admissions Specialist

Position Number: 6871909
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Admissions Specialist

Posting Number: SP005149P
Division/College: Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management
Department: UG Admissions - Processing
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for the processing of admission applications, creating and maintaining accurate applicant records in multiple systems, and providing efficient and effective customer service to prospective students and families and the University community.

Duties may include:

Compiling critical file documentation, including confidential and sensitive information
Evaluating academic records and supporting materials
Determining eligibility for admission and assigning appropriate admission decision
Working in multiple systems to maintain applicant records
Serving as primary or backup for main office phone support and email account management

This position is a member of the Admissions team and works cooperatively with others to achieve University and Admissions Office goals. This position reports to the Director of Admissions.

Required Experience:

Experience monitoring record systems to identify and correct errors
Experience interpreting, explaining, and applying laws, regulations, and complex policies for multiple or highly specialized programs
Experience analyzing information and researching a variety of sources to identify and resolve problems or issues
Experience entering and retrieving data using a computerized record system
Experience composing and proofreading business correspondence

Required Education:

High School diploma, or equivalent

Required Other:

Additional Preferred:

Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple, competing demands;
Intermediate typing, word processing, and computer skills;
College education and/or work experience in a college or university setting;
Knowledge of UI policies and procedures, campus facilities, and student support services;
Experience with the Banner administrative database system;
Familiarity with student records and the organizational structure of higher education institutions;
Ability to work professionally with the public as well as university staff/faculty;
Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills;
Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows, spreadsheet software, electronic mail, and web-based research;

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $19.00 per hour or more depending on experience and education
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 01/22/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before February 8, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

Applicants:
Applicants must upload the following documents to their online application and respond to all supplemental questions.

1. Detailed Resume: summarizing your education and related work experience
2. Professional References: names and contact information for 3 professional references
3. Supplemental Questions: responses to supplemental questions will be used to assess applicant qualifications for this position.

If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at cfoor@uidaho.edu

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50595

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.