Admissions Specialist Cover Letter

Please consider me for the admissions specialist opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for advanced, diverse and highly sensitive administrative support within the Ethics Office, including coordinating, scheduling and participating in Ethics Office status meetings.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Enjoys working collaboratively and able to work independently
• Friendly, helpful and caring demeanor
• Experience with databases and acute attention to detail
• Comfort and experience with computer technology, including proficiency in MS Office software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web-based research
• Complete multiple assigned tasks independently and on schedule
• Experience handling sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality
• Experience in a front-line customer service and/or event planning role
• Be able to function as a member of a team

In response to your job posting for admissions specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for for back-up when Medical Staff Office department members are out of the office.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Knowledge of Banner and Laserfiche
• Experience with Peoplesoft and Salesforce systems preferred
• Evaluates and processes applications, transcripts and supporting documentation for admission into the College
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and PowerPoint​
• Experience with a CRM system such as Salesforce
• Monitoring record systems to identify and correct errors
• College education and/or work experience in a college or university setting
• Familiarity with student records and the organizational structure of higher education institutions

I would like to submit my application for the admissions specialist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for accurate and specific information regarding MSU’s admission policies and procedures, recruitment events and general campus knowledge to prospective students, the general public, faculty and staff.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience providing a high level of customer service in a busy office environment
• Proficient with software applications such as Access, Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Photoshop and maintaining content for websites (HTML)
• S/he will also be able to effectively prioritize and be detail-oriented
• Variable schedule - days of the week and shift times will vary to include weekends, nights and holidays
• Typing minimum 50 words per minute with accuracy
• Experience in corporate sales, higher education or other professional settings preferred
• Experience in recruitment principles, practices and procedures
• Experience in leadership skills

I would like to submit my application for the admissions specialist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support by facilitating management of the configuration and performance of operator maintenance of all laptop and desktop Personal Computers (PC), servers, telecommunications and office equipment for the unit.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Be comfortable with, and proficient public speaker
• Demonstrated knowledge of functionality of higher education student information systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and techniques of customer service
• Demonstrated knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft office suite
• Experience in self-motivated work and task prioritization
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and databases
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with diverse population of customers in person, telephone, or e-mail
• Experience in Admissions

In response to your job posting for admissions specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for system administration support for talent management functions within the enterprise human resources system and learning management system.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word for Windows, spreadsheet software, electronic mail, and web-based research
• Self-directed, able to easily transition between different queue types (phone, text, chat)
• Experience with outbound dialer, chat and / or text programs preferred
• Commitment to the concept of team building
• Detailed understanding of data relationships and data reporting
• Experience working with a distributed system
• Experience in troubleshooting and solving computer-processing problems
• Experience in prioritizing duties when faced with interruptions, distractions, and fluctuating workload