Admissions & Records Assistant 1 - Enrollment Services

University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno seeks an Admissions and Records Assistant 1 to join the Enrollment Services team. This position is responsible for processing applications and supporting documents in PeopleSoft and OnBase, entering evaluation results to update student statuses, and initiating communications to applicants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process applications and upload supporting documents into university databases.
• Enter evaluation results in PeopleSoft to update records and trigger communications.
• Complete assigned queries and reports on schedule; reconcile student records.
• Provide accurate information, guidance, and customer service to prospective/current students and parents.
• Make residency determinations in accordance with university catalog guidelines.
• Evaluate domestic and international academic transcripts for undergraduate admissions.
• Independently assess international transcripts to determine accreditation and credit equivalency.
• Ensure all applications meet minimum university standards.
• Serve as an expert resource on international credential evaluation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Opportunity for Growth: This position offers the potential for progression within the admissions and records career path.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one (1) year of general clerical experience which included maintaining records and public contact; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Schedule: The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Compensation Grade: Grade 23 (Entry, Step 01 $18.88/hr. – Step 03 $20.42/hr.) In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate's qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.

Perks of PERS: Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. For information on contribution rates, please visit: NV PERS Contribution Rates.

Perks of Working at UNR:

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
• Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Staff Employees' Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.

Contact Information: Aubrey Pidanick at aubreyh@unr.edu

Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%

Required Attachment(s): Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter – (optional)

Contact Information for Three Supervisory References – (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Transcripts – (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position.

Veteran Interview Consideration – (optional) – To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application. Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section.

This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.