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Undergraduate Admissions Evaluator

Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs, Portland, OR, United States


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Position Details

Proposed Start Date 04/01/2026 Classification Title Office Specialist 2 Working Title Undergraduate Admissions Evaluator Department 331231 – NSP Recruitment Position Number D95394 Representation OP – SEIU/OPEU Local 503 Position FTE 1.0 End date, if applicable

Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s premier access university offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is responsible for the recruitment and admission of undergraduate students. The Undergraduate Admissions Operations division oversees the collection of applications, application materials, and admission review for all undergraduate and post-baccalaureate applicants to Portland State University

The person in this position will coordinate and process undergraduate and post-baccalaureate applications which includes determining admissibility of the student, evaluating transfer credits and data entry of admission information in multiple PSU systems (Banner, OnBase, Uacheive, SLATE) with a high degree of accuracy and speed.

Minimum Qualifications From Classification Two years of general clerical experience. One year of which included typing, word processing, or other experience generating documents;

OR

An Associate’s degree in Office Occupations or Office Technology;

OR

Graduation from a private school of business with a Certificate in Office Occupations or Office Technology

AND

one year of general clerical experience.

Note

College courses in Office Occupations or Office Technology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Minimum Qualifications For This Position

The person in this position must be able to do math computations using fractions; convert from semester to quarter systems; correlate another institution’s transcripts to the PSU system; and be able to work with a variety of school systems.

Able to type 55 wpm.

Ability to use calculator with accuracy.

Type information on a computer systems for long hours on a daily basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency using Ellucian Banner or an equivalent SIS System

Proficiency using SLATE or a similar CRM

Experience in Admissions

Experience at Portland State University

An equivalent combination of training and experience

Key Cultural Competencies

Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.

Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.

Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.

Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days/Hours Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm

Salary and Benefits Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

The starting hourly rate for this position will be between $19.36 and $21.91. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduces tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.

Application Instructions Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)

Please include the names, email addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references.

Background Check Required Yes If you have questions

Please reach out to urutiab@pdx.edu

Search Details Posting Close Date Application screening begins 03/09/2026

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you first find out about this position?

PSU Website

Indeed.com

HERCJobs

Urban League of Portland

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber

Oregon Employment Department

Social Media

Person Referral

Career Builder

Glass Door

Other – Please describe in the next Question

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Professional References

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