Lead Administrative Specialist

Temple University's Kornberg School of Dentistry is searching for a Lead Administrative Specialist!

As the second-oldest dental school in the U.S., the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry upholds a legacy of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare services. Founded in 1863, Kornberg remains a pillar in the dental community. We have more than 7,000 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world. In 2023, the school proudly celebrated its 160th Anniversary.

Kornberg supports health and wellness through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become dedicated and ethical professionals who honor the traditional models of dental care while staying focused on discovering new ones.
We train the experts who lead the field.

Our renowned faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of opportunities and resources, including smart classrooms, digital dentistry labs, clinics and a preclinical lab that emphasizes collaboration. Students pursue postbaccalaureate, predoctoral, continuing education and advanced education in general dentistry programs.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays
Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!

SALARY RANGE: $21.63 to 24.60 per hour
A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary:
The Office of Admissions for the Kornberg School of Dentistry is seeking a Lead Administrative Specialist to assist in the day to day administrative functions of the admissions process, specifically for our Post Baccalaureate Program. The Lead Administrative Specialist will provide administrative, operational, and student-facing support in collaboration with the Director of the Post-Baccalaureate Program. This position will play a key role in supporting the increased program enrollment, improving student engagement, streamlining administrative processes, and assisting with program operations from recruitment through student completion. The incumbent will serve as a primary support resource for the Director of the Post-Baccalaureate Program and collaborate with admissions, faculty, student affairs staff, and prospective students to ensure efficient program operations and a positive student experience.

Required Education and Experience:
At least 3 years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:
*Must be able to work with a diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.
*Must have great attention to detail and sound judgments with the ability to make independent decisions.
*Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational and interpersonal skills.
*Must be capable of organizing and maintaining large quantities of information.
*Excellent customer services skills with the demonstrated ability to calmly handle various complaints, problems, and questions.
*Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and make independent decisions for non-complex issues.

Essential duties:
Program Operations & Administrative Support
*Support daily administrative operations of the Post-Baccalaureate program.
*Maintain student records, enrollment tracking systems, and program documentation.
*Coordinate scheduling for workshops, meetings, orientations, and student programming.
*Assist with preparation and distribution of program communications, materials, and reports.
*Monitor and organize digital records, forms, and shared departmental resources.
*Support handbook updates and policy documentation in collaboration with the Director of the Post-Baccalaureate Program
*Monitor and maintain the newly established program learning management system (LMS) page, on Canvas, ensuring timely updates to resources, announcements, and course-related materials.
Enrollment & Recruitment Support
*Assist with increased enrollment initiatives and applicant communication workflows to insure maintained program student enrollment.
*Coordinate prospective student outreach and follow-up communication.
*Support admissions-related events, information sessions, and recruitment activities.
*Monitor and support virtual Post-Baccalaureate Admissions sessions, including management of Zoom logistics and breakout rooms.
*Track applicant and enrollment data to support outcomes assessments, reporting, and strategic planning.
*Help maintain organized systems for application materials, onboarding documents, and enrollment status tracking.
*Create yearly incoming class profile including DAT, GPA, etc.
Student Engagement & Support
*Serve as an additional point of contact for current and prospective Post-Baccalaureate students.
*Assist students with program-related questions and administrative processes.
*Coordinate attendance tracking and engagement reporting for student events, workshops, and support programming.
*Monitor attendance for student resource sessions and academic support initiatives throughout the academic year.
*Coordinate collection and distribution of student letters of support and recommendation materials to appropriate contacts at prospective dental schools.
Compliance & Academic Support
*Monitor completion of compliance and onboarding requirements necessary for entry into clinical coursework and related academic activities.
*Assist students with completion and submission of required program and clinical documentation.
*Maintain accurate records related to compliance training, onboarding requirements, and student eligibility tracking.
Data, Reporting & Process Improvement
*Develop and maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, and tracking systems related to enrollment and student participation.
*Maintain and update Post-Baccalaureate student outcome data, including matriculation, academic performance, and program success metrics.
*Generate reports related to attendance, enrollment trends, program outcomes, and operational performance.
*Create statistical summaries and data reports to support program assessment, strategic planning, and accreditation-related initiatives.
*Identify opportunities to improve administrative workflows and student-facing processes.
*Assist with implementation of digital tools and process automation initiatives.

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Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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