Administrative Specialist III for Admissions and Financial Aid

Ozarka College is seeking applicants for the position of full time Administrative Specialist III serving the Admissions and Financial Aid offices. The Administrative Specialist III will be acting under the director of the Dean of Enrollment Services.  This position will collaborate with the Registrar, Financial Aid Team, Recruiter, and Student Support Staff.

Why This Role Matters

As the Administrative Specialist III, you are the welcoming face and helpful voice of Ozarka College! Operating right at the heart of our Admissions and Financial Aid suite, you will be the ultimate champion for current and prospective students, guiding them toward their educational goals. If you love connecting with people, keeping things organized, and making a tangible difference in students' lives every day, this energetic and collaborative role is exactly where you belong. 

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

We have streamlined the daily rhythm of this position into three fun and fulfilling core pillars:

1. Student Welcome & Campus Champion

• Create the Vibe: Maintain a warm and friendly front office while managing phones and visitors to ensure an excellent student experience.
• Share the Knowledge: Step in to consult prospective students on the admissions process and financial info, and keep future students excited via phone, email, and college fair follow-ups.
• Celebrate Success: Keep applicants updated on their financial aid status and proudly prepare scholarship awards.

2. Financial Aid & Admissions Expert

• Simplify Financial Aid: Provide frontline support by answering student questions about FAFSA setup, financial aid mailings, and general inquiries.
• Keep Us Running Smoothly: Jump in on fun events like Financial Aid nights and assist the team by pulling essential data for student loans and SAP appeals.
• Master the Data: Keep student records sleek and accurate in our electronic database (SONIS) and maintain up-to-date scholarship files.
• Stay Moving: Handle the essential daily mail delivery between the Student Services and Administration buildings twice a day.

3. College Culture & Innovation

• Spread Positivity: Proudly represent Ozarka College with professional etiquette, a fantastic attitude, and a cooperative spirit.
• Innovate Daily: Keep your eyes peeled for ways to make our operations more efficient and vibrant for the North Central Arkansas community.
• Lift Others Up: Treat everyone with the utmost dignity, empowering learners to reach their absolute highest potential.

Who You Are (Qualifications)

The Essentials:

• Education: A high school diploma or its formal equivalent.
• Tech Savvy: Great computer skills, including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, email, and electronic student data systems.
• Power Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, rock-solid personal integrity, and a knack for juggling multiple tasks with killer organization.

The Extra Flex (Preferred):

• An Associate degree (or higher) majoring in general business or a related field.

Ready to Spark Joy on Campus?

If you have a passion for community, a drive for organization, and a heart for helping students succeed, we want to meet you! Apply today to become the heartbeat of our student support suite. 

Will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.  To apply, please submit a detailed letter of application, a completed Ozarka Employment Application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.

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