Position Summary:

The Admissions Analyst (AA) is part of the Undergraduate Admissions Office, under the Division of Enrollment Affairs at Vanderbilt University and is a key individual contributor responsible for processing applications and academic records of students. This position reports functionally and administratively up through the Senior Associate Director of Admissions for Evaluation and Selection.

The Admissions Analyst assists with the initial evaluation of applications from prospective first year and transfer undergraduate students to assist in building the incoming class at Vanderbilt University.

About the Work Unit:

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions at Vanderbilt University is a critical unit within University Enrollment Affairs that contributes greatly to the entire Vanderbilt community. Its mission is to recruit, select, and enroll a diverse cohort of degree-seeking first-year and transfer students who are intellectually curious, academically talented, and socially engaged. The Office consists of a team that includes the Director, an experienced group of admissions officers, and a well-seasoned support staff engaged in marketing Vanderbilt globally. To accomplish this, members of the OUA team travel both domestically and abroad to conduct high school visits, attend college fairs, and do speaking engagements. The Office communicates systematically with hundreds of thousands of prospective students through traditional printed publications, the web, and other social media channels, and serves as the first point of contact for members of the public interested in VU.

OUA fully supports the concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to the belief that equity and social justice must be accorded to all. The Office also believes that a part of its responsibility is to contribute to a diverse university community where students, staff, and faculty of differing backgrounds, viewpoints, and life experiences learn about and from each other in classroom settings as well as throughout the entire campus. It strives to ensure that the composition of OUA staff reflects its commitment to these values.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

• Process applications and academic records of prospective undergraduate students.

• Using defined guidelines and methodology, standardizes transcripts and application information accurately and in a timely manner.

• Conducts initial assessment of academic performance.

• Follows pre-determined file flow to move files through evaluation pipeline.

• Work up to 20 hours per week on average with potential to work up to 29.5 hours per week maximum.

• Understand and maintain strict confidentiality of admissions process and application data.

• Attend all required in-person and virtual meetings and trainings throughout the year.

• Maintain and respond to office communication in a timely fashion.

• Be able to perform majority of work functions through extended time on OUA provided laptop computer.

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Relationships:

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. This position reports administratively and functionally to the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

Education and Certifications:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education, or the equivalent in experience, is necessary.

Experience and Skills:

• Ability to work independently and meet strict, stated deadlines is necessary.

• Familiarity with entering data into web-based forms and a solid knowledge of technology with ability to work independently using that technology is necessary.

• Strong analytical and data analysis skills are necessary.

• Strong basic math skills are necessary.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is preferred.

• High-speed internet is required.

Additional Information:

• Employee may work from home after initial training period. Employee is expected to attend all required training and regularly scheduled meetings throughout the admissions cycle. This is a part-time position (generally between late August and mid-April). Hours will vary between 0 and 20 hours per week based on the workload typically, and up to 29.5 hours per week maximum.

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education. Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.