Admissions Operations Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Main Campus - Marietta, GA, Position Type: Full Time Staff, Salary Range: Undisclosed, About Us
Since 1974, Life University has been a trailblazer in postsecondary education, seeking individuals eager to join our team dedicated to shaping the future of health and wellness education. Situated in Marietta, Georgia, our university’s campus provides a nurturing, yet dynamic environment for academic and personal growth. We are a specialized institution focused on vitalistic education in the fields of healthcare, business administration, and the social sciences, providing a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees alongside our flagship Doctor of Chiropractic program. As we continue our mission to empower students and pioneer innovative approaches to vitalistic education, we are actively seeking passionate professionals to join us in our commitment to excellence. 

Serving Lasting Purpose
At Life University, our mission extends beyond education—we strive to embody a Lasting Purpose: To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve—out of your own abundance. Life University’s guiding principle is to live an inner-directed life, recognizing that the willingness and desire to serve your community and your fellow human beings are just as important as academic pursuits. This philosophy drives our commitment to our students, staff, and the broader community, inspiring us to make meaningful contributions to the world through the transformative power of education and service. We believe that everyone has unique gifts, and as a member of the global community, it is our duty to share those gifts generously, living by the principle of giving, doing, loving, and serving out of abundance.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Life University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Purpose

The Admissions Operations Specialist plays a vital role in supporting prospective students through the application, admissions, and enrollment process. By ensuring data integrity, accuracy, system management, and collaboration with enrollment teams to ensure a seamless experience for prospective students.    

Responsibilities

Process evaluations, analyze student application requirements, and ensure compliance with CCE standards and academic regulations.
Review applications to ensure accurate and efficient processing aligned with enrollment goals.
Manage the intake of application-related documents across multiple methods (e.g., in-person, mail, email, electronic systems).
Utilize various systems and technologies to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Maintain high standards of data integrity.
Update and maintain student records in various systems promptly.
Work with enrollment teams on inquiries, material requests, tracking, and reporting.
Engage faculty, administrators, and leadership to support project efforts, workflows, and admissions communication.
Utilize systems like Ellucian Colleague/Datatel, CRM, and Perceptive Content to align data and documentation with enrollment practices.
Participate in systems testing, enhancements, and troubleshooting.
Effectively correspond with stakeholders, including prospective students, field professionals, and partner institutions, conveying accurate university information.
Perform data mining, cleaning, and record retention.
Contribute to admissions decision-making and credentials evaluation.
Demonstrate sensitivity toward diverse colleagues, faculty, and prospective students.
Deliver outstanding service across all platforms (in-person, phone, email) to foster positive relationships with prospective students and their supporters.
 
Qualifications: Knowledge, Abilities, and Characteristics

Familiarity with processing applications, transcript evaluation, and articulation agreements.
Knowledge of course credit systems, accreditation agencies, and academic policies.
Self-starter who requires minimal supervision.
Ability to manage multiple projects, and consistently meet goals and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail
Collaborate effectively with internal and external constituents to promote the University’s programs and mission.
Basic knowledge of Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) standards and admissions for undergraduate and graduate programs.
Personal alignment with the mission of promoting chiropractic education and its vitalistic philosophy.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
2 years of data processing, data entry, and systems/software experience.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience in transcript evaluation, academic advising, or transfer credit evaluation.