Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202500292S Title Admissions Analyst I - 2 positions to be filled FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 02. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.Occupational Category Technical/Para-Professional Department Admissions Processing Division Division of Enrollment Open Date 09/16/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Associates degree in a related field. A minimum of one year relevant work experience. Experience in a university admissions office is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs entry-level duties analyzing academic records of students to determine admission eligibility to the university for the Office of Admissions. Primary Responsibilities Examines academic records of students to determine eligibility of incoming students to include freshmen, transfer, returning, and international students for admission to the university. Receives, codes, verifies, and processes applications and related documents. Studies course prerequisites, degree equivalents, and accreditation of schools, and computes grade point averages to establish student qualifications for admission. Evaluates transcripts and third party evaluations to determine transferability of courses for domestic and international students. Manages requests for assistance and trouble-shooting record issues. May utilize Ellucian Banner student, Ellucian Recruiter, document imaging system, COGNOS report systems, Salesforce, Common App, and ApplyTexas application. May process decisions for admission as received from the graduate faculty. Ensures Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and graduate catalog policy are followed. May communicate with other departments, faculty members, and/or program advisors. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Basic understanding of admissions process at respective working level (undergraduate or graduate) is helpful. Use of computer, copiers, and other standard equipment common to most offices. Work requires a high degree of mental and visual attention. Moderately serious consequences or loss may result from errors in judgement. Work is performed mostly in a general office, semi-private office area with an almost absence of disagreeable working conditions. Work schedules may vary during peak work periods of admissions and registration. Regular contact with university staff. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44880 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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