The Academic Administrator provides academic services and information to students,parents, staff, faculty, department chairs, deans, and units across the University who inquire about the academic policies and procedures in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and College of General Studies.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): counseling students who have questions about their academic progress; coordinating the internal transfer, regional relocation,reinstatement, and non-degree/guest admissions processes for Dietrich and
CGS students; evaluating transcripts for external transfer students and determining course equivalencies; explaining academic policies and procedures to students, parents, faculty,and staff; and assisting the Director of Student Records with graduation certification.
This position requires patience, flexibility, energy, and a sincere desire to assist students. Excellent organization, communication skills, timeliness, cooperation, collaboration, and accuracy are essential.
Manages all aspects of graduate and/or undergraduate academic administrative matters. Monitors degree completion progress and keeps accurate records. Performs administrative, advisory, and editorial duties. Manages the department admission process, assists with attracting prospective students, and processes student financial appointments.
Must be able to use a computer and keyboard and be able to use video communication technology (Zoom, Teams, etc.). Work is frequently conducted by email, telephone, inperson, and/or using video communication technology. The ability to communicate in a clear and concise fashion is essential.
Minimal physical effort required. This position is generally sedentary within an office setting.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Job Details
- Assignment Category: Full-time regular
- Job Classification: Staff.Academic Administrator
- Job Family: Academic & Student Services
- Job Sub-Family: Academic Services
- Campus: Pittsburgh
- Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3
- Substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
- Hiring Range: $19.07 to $23.83 per hour
- Relocation Offered: No
- Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
- Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
- Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
- Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
- Optional Documents: Not Applicable