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Student Academic Specialist; Graduate College Admin Jobs in Tucson, USA at University of Arizona
Student Academic Specialist (Graduate College Admin) Posting Number req
25455 Department Graduate College Admin Department Website Link (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights
The University of Arizona Graduate College plays a central role in advancing graduate education, research excellence, and student success across the university. The Graduate College supports graduate programs by fostering an academic environment that prepares students for leadership in research, industry, public service, and academia. Through collaboration with colleges and departments campus-wide, the Graduate College promotes innovative scholarship, professional development, and equitable access to graduate education, while upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and mentorship.
Committed to student-centered support and institutional impact, the Graduate College drives initiatives that strengthen graduate outcomes, research engagement, and the university’s mission as a leading public research institution.
The Graduate College is seeking applications for a Student Academic Specialist (Student Services Administration Professional I). The person holding this position will perform duties as part of the Graduate Admissions & Degree Services (GrADS) section of the Graduate College and will report to the GrADS Assistant Director.
The incumbent in this role will receive and process admissions documentation and track students’ academic progress and completion of degree requirements, as well as consult with students, academic program coordinators, Directors of Graduate Studies, faculty, and other campus partners to ensure compliance with University and Graduate College policies and procedures. This is a fast-paced, collaborative work environment that requires attention to detail as well as efficient and effective communication.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
Student Services and Admissions Support
* Respond to phone and email inquiries from students, faculty, and staff in a timely and professional manner.
* Serve as a steward of applicant and student records and data.
* Oversee records and communications in Grad Path, UAccess, Grad App, Grad Slate, OnBase, Outlook, etc.
* Follow guidelines for filing and archiving data for easy retrieval.
* Maintain and track all records associated with applicant and student files in necessary admissions/student related systems.
* Recommend changes or enhancements that might improve overall team performance and the applicant or student experience.
Documentation and Quality Assurance
* Review and process graduate applications for compliance with admissions requirements.
* Process deferrals, term updates, and Program Additions & Changes.
* Review forms submitted by students in the Grad Path system to document completion of steps required to earn degrees.
* Review formatting of dissertations and theses submitted for archiving.
* Maintain accurate student records.
Communication
* Communicate with applicants, Graduate Program Coordinators, agencies, and other campus units to assist with the application and admissions process.
* Ensure that the GrADS team contributes to program, applicants, and students’ confidence in the University of Arizona Graduate College as an excellent institution.
* Clarify policies and procedures for students and departments.
* Assist with workshops designed to train new personnel working with graduate students.
* Other Duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
* Graduate admissions processes and degree requirements – Familiarity with university-level graduate admissions, academic records, and progression tracking.
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Title: Student Academic Specialist; Graduate College Admin
Company: University of Arizona
Location: Tucson, USA
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