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Come and join the Bearkat community!
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.

Posting Information

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
202600202S

Title
Admissions Analyst III

FLSA status
Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: .

Occupational Category
Technical/Para-Professional

Department
Admissions Processing

Division
Division of Enrollment

Open Date
07/09/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

Bachelor's degree in a related field. A minimum of three years 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 complex 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 from academic colleges and Sam Houston State University (SHSU) departments for assistance and trouble-shooting record issues. May utilize Ellucian BANNER student, Ellucian Recruiter, document imaging system, COGNOS report systems, 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 evaluate various documents to determine resident status. May communicate with other departments, faculty members, and/or program advisors. Compiles data from various sources to generate reports. Works closely with the Director, Associate Director, and Assistant Director of Operations to develop new reports and internal policy procedures. Arranges and oversees work schedules and time management of analysts. Independent decision making and judgement is required. Ability to take on additional responsibilities while successfully completing regular requirements. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Advanced understanding of both undergraduate and graduate level admissions processes 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

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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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