Admissions Evaluator

The Admissions Evaluator supports Graduate School admissions operations through transcript management, applicant identity verification, admissions systems maintenance, records imaging, and application processing support.

  • 522224
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Dean of Graduate School
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Closing at: Sep 30 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • On-site
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About This Role

The Admissions Evaluator supports Graduate School admissions operations through transcript management, applicant identity verification, admissions systems maintenance, records imaging, and application processing support. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate applicant records, ensuring the timely receipt and processing of academic documents, managing fraud and identity verification workflows, and supporting the integrity of graduate admissions data. The position serves as a key operational resource for applicants, faculty, staff, and academic departments while ensuring compliance with university policies and procedures.

About Us

The Graduate School's mission is to create a graduate education culture that leads to the development of innovative graduate programs and to high quality academic and professional preparedness of a highly skilled workforce that meets the demands of an evolving economy. To partner with local, state, regional, and international communities in building a graduate curriculum and graduate student experience that serves the needs of individuals, families, and society; and support research that confronts some of the world’s most pressing problems. To be a strong voice for graduate students and faculty.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and two years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated proficiency in typing, computer applications, and standard office technology.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and business correspondence.
  • Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate professionally with faculty, students, staff, administrators, and the public.
  • Two years of experience in office support, administrative operations, higher education, or a related environment.
  • Experience using computer applications, office equipment, and standard office procedures and practices.
  • Basic understanding of higher education environments, including academic calendars and the cyclical nature of the academic year.
  • Experience with university systems: Slate, KSIS, MS Outlook

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • List of 3 or more professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: September 30th, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$18.04 - $23.00 Hourly

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship: 

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas: 

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.