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Student Services Associate

University of North Texas System

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Jun 2026

About the role

Title: Student Services Associate

Employee Classification: Student Services Associate

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

Sub Division-Department: DAL-Graduate School

Department: DAL-Graduate School-515000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Graduate School at the University of North Texas at Dallas provides leadership and support for all graduate programs and serves as the central hub for recruitment, admissions, and student success initiatives. In alignment with the university’s mission of access and educational excellence, The Graduate School works closely with academic colleges to attract, enroll, and support graduate students with different academic, professional, and personal pathways. The office oversees strategic recruitment, application processing, new-student onboarding, academic progress support, and professional development programming. It also partners with the Graduate Council to maintain high academic standards and enhance the over all quality of graduate education. Through collaborative outreach and student-centered services, The Graduate School plays a key role in expanding graduate opportunities and strengthening the university’s impact across the region and beyond

Position Overview

The Admissions Processor supports the Office of Graduate Admissions by processing prospective student applications, evaluating academic credentials, maintaining student records, and applying institutional admission criteria to determine admission eligibility. This position ensures the accuracy and integrity of admissions data, assists with the development and implementation of office procedures, and may support the training of new staff. As a key member of the Graduate Admissions team, the Admissions Processor contributes to the achievement of the University's enrollment goals through the efficient and accurate processing of admissions records and decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of University policies including FERPA and procedures related to the area of assignment.
Considerable knowledge (or ability to rapidly assimilate and retain) university operating procedures, organization and management policies.
Working knowledge of sound business principles, practices, and techniques.
Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
High level of competence using email and search engines.
When required: Skill in typing at a moderately fast rate with few errors.
Knowledge of general safe working procedures related to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications