University of Washington
SLATE ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST (Project/Temporary)
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
SLATE ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST (Project/Temporary)SLATE ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST (Project/Temporary)
Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The
UW Graduate School
is seeking a
Full-Time ,
Temporary
SLATE Admissions Specialist to manage and maintain the admissions application
Technolutions SLATE
platform for the Graduate Enrollment Management Services (GEMS) team. The SLATE Admissions Specialist will provide guidance and support to functional users in the day-to-day use of Slate for graduate student admissions. Working under the direction of the Assistant Director of Slate Administration, this position will acquire, maintain, and apply up-to-date specialized knowledge of graduate school admissions using SLATE including the related principles, practices, operations, maintenance activities, methods, policies, procedures, and regulations. Key responsibilities include serving as the primary resource for inquiries related to SLATE functionality for admissions, applying independent judgment to requests for quarterly application updates/changes, documenting all Slate processes, and creating and maintaining resources for Slate user training.The temporary SLATE Admissions Specialist is a key member of the GEMS team. GEMS ensures that the University of Washington’s (UW) high standards for admissions are maintained by providing leadership to graduate programs as it relates to the graduate admissions process, ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and UW policies and processes. This position will also facilitate communications between information technology staff, end-users, and stakeholders.Duties & Responsibilities:Monitor shared inbox and respond to all program inquiries regarding Slate functions, prioritizing urgent requests; respond to all program inquiries for updates/changes to applications based on the quarterly cycle for updates; work with clients to solve complex, non-routine problems as they arise.Establish timelines, processes, and procedures, and manage the update and maintenance of Slate-hosted applications and forms for 400+ graduate programs on a quarterly and ad-hoc basis to ensure accuracy and support of all strategic initiatives.Update and maintain application decision processes, including checklists per population, reader bins and forms, print, and electronic admission, and releasing admission decisions. Monitor and report on key metrics and prepare programmatic reports for a variety of audiences.Act as primary resource and provide consultative advice for faculty, staff, students and applicants on all three campuses for questions related to graduate school admissions via the Slate application.Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the SLATE platform and its admissions-related functions. Keep current on newly released Slate features and tools to support ongoing improvements to the Slate application process.Understand and maintain compliance with Graduate School admissions policies and local, state, and federal accessibility and inclusion laws and best practices.Perform annual cycle prep work for graduate admission based on required deadlines.Develop and maintain training resources for Slate users and documentation of Slate processes.Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.3 years of experience in CRM.Demonstrated ability to advise diverse pool of constituents on policy and process.Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and use independent judgment.Strong interpersonal communication skills.Strong organizational skills.Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.Demonstrated experience with and ability to anticipate and plan for cyclical activities and strong analytical skills.Desirable QualificationsExperience with Technolutions Slate system.Professional work experience in either higher education or data management systems.Familiarity with Parchment Premium transcript services.Conditions of EmploymentThis is a hybrid position requiring at least 2 days of onsite work a week at the Seattle UW campus during regular business hours. May work extended or non-standard hours based on project or business needs.Application Process:The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready.
Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.The
UW Graduate School
is seeking a
Full-Time ,
Temporary
SLATE Admissions Specialist to manage and maintain the admissions application
Technolutions SLATE
platform for the Graduate Enrollment Management Services (GEMS) team. The SLATE Admissions Specialist will provide guidance and support to functional users in the day-to-day use of Slate for graduate student admissions. Working under the direction of the Assistant Director of Slate Administration, this position will acquire, maintain, and apply up-to-date specialized knowledge of graduate school admissions using SLATE including the related principles, practices, operations, maintenance activities, methods, policies, procedures, and regulations. Key responsibilities include serving as the primary resource for inquiries related to SLATE functionality for admissions, applying independent judgment to requests for quarterly application updates/changes, documenting all Slate processes, and creating and maintaining resources for Slate user training.The temporary SLATE Admissions Specialist is a key member of the GEMS team. GEMS ensures that the University of Washington’s (UW) high standards for admissions are maintained by providing leadership to graduate programs as it relates to the graduate admissions process, ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and UW policies and processes. This position will also facilitate communications between information technology staff, end-users, and stakeholders.Duties & Responsibilities:Monitor shared inbox and respond to all program inquiries regarding Slate functions, prioritizing urgent requests; respond to all program inquiries for updates/changes to applications based on the quarterly cycle for updates; work with clients to solve complex, non-routine problems as they arise.Establish timelines, processes, and procedures, and manage the update and maintenance of Slate-hosted applications and forms for 400+ graduate programs on a quarterly and ad-hoc basis to ensure accuracy and support of all strategic initiatives.Update and maintain application decision processes, including checklists per population, reader bins and forms, print, and electronic admission, and releasing admission decisions. Monitor and report on key metrics and prepare programmatic reports for a variety of audiences.Act as primary resource and provide consultative advice for faculty, staff, students and applicants on all three campuses for questions related to graduate school admissions via the Slate application.Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the SLATE platform and its admissions-related functions. Keep current on newly released Slate features and tools to support ongoing improvements to the Slate application process.Understand and maintain compliance with Graduate School admissions policies and local, state, and federal accessibility and inclusion laws and best practices.Perform annual cycle prep work for graduate admission based on required deadlines.Develop and maintain training resources for Slate users and documentation of Slate processes.Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.3 years of experience in CRM.Demonstrated ability to advise diverse pool of constituents on policy and process.Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and use independent judgment.Strong interpersonal communication skills.Strong organizational skills.Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.Demonstrated experience with and ability to anticipate and plan for cyclical activities and strong analytical skills.Desirable QualificationsExperience with Technolutions Slate system.Professional work experience in either higher education or data management systems.Familiarity with Parchment Premium transcript services.Conditions of EmploymentThis is a hybrid position requiring at least 2 days of onsite work a week at the Seattle UW campus during regular business hours. May work extended or non-standard hours based on project or business needs.Application Process:The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready.
Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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