Program Assistant

WSU

Program Assistant performing a variety of duties to support the Office of Admissions at WSU. Responsibilities include maintaining student records, processing applications, and assisting with inquiries.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timePullman • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $3,565 - $4,746 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in managing student records and the admissions process while maintaining confidentiality. Skilled in utilizing various software tools to support clerical tasks and respond effectively to inquiries.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Clerical ExperienceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyWSU Student Information System ExperienceSlate CRM ExperienceKnowledge of Admissions Process

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Hard Skills

RecordkeepingApplication ProcessingData EntryConfidentiality ManagementClerical Support

Soft Skills

CommunicationCustomer ServiceOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointAdobe

Industry Keywords

Student RecordsAdmissions ProcessClerical Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform a variety of duties in support of the Office of Admissions
Maintain a wide variety of student records, both electronic and manual recordkeeping/filing systems
Respond to inquiries from students, staff, and the public
Mail various materials to students and prospective students
Assist with clerical projects
Review and process undergraduate applications for admission
Admit or deny student admission based upon evaluations of academic credentials
Maintain and ensure a confidential environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time clerical experience OR equivalent education/experience
Demonstrated computer software skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs, such as: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of the admissions process.
Demonstrated proficiency with Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook.
Experience with WSU Student Information System.
Experience with Slate CRM.
Experience working with student records.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid sick and vacation leave
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
Retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
Training and development
Employee tuition waiver