Applicant Services Assistant

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Act as a liaison to departments for general applicant file and credential information .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesEntry Level💰 $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in managing applicant and credential databases, providing exceptional customer service, and executing advanced word processing and spreadsheet functions. Capable of coordinating communications and maintaining organized documentation for effective information dissemination.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Database ManagementCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyWord Processing SkillsData Entry

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Hard Skills

Database ApplicationsSpreadsheet ApplicationsWord ProcessingData EntryDocument ImagingProofreadingWriting SkillsKeyboarding

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAccess

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma

Industry Keywords

Applicant File ManagementCredential InformationGeneral InquiriesPolicies and Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a liaison to departments for general applicant file and credential information
Maintain and manipulate applicant and credential databases
Organize supporting materials and document imaging as the primary point of contact
Coordinate communications between GSAS, departments, applicants, and advisors
Prepare and disseminate print and electronic communications to applicants and newly admitted students
Respond to general inquiries and provide information regarding policies, procedures, and application status
Perform word processing, spreadsheet, and data entry duties using advanced-level functions
Create, maintain, and update database files

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
3+ years of office experience
Experience providing a high level of customer service
Proficiency with intermediate to advanced word processing, spreadsheet and database applications
Moderate to fast, accurate keyboarding
Good proofreading and writing skills
Preferred: Proficiency with intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office
Preferred: Knowledge of Access and other databases

Benefits

Comp & perks

Union representation: Local 3882 - Union of Clerical, Administrative and Technical Staff (UCATS)