Columbia, MD, United States Hybrid Employment $23 - $26.44/hour

Covista is hiring an Enrollment Specialist

About the Role

What You'll Do

Guide prospective and current students through each phase of the enrollment process, offering clarity and support from initial inquiry to program start. You'll help individuals understand available academic options, matching them to programs aligned with their goals and qualifications, including advanced and alumni-level offerings.

Use phone, email, and other communication methods to deliver accurate, timely information, ensuring applicants can make informed choices. You'll assess eligibility, support application completion, and maintain up-to-date records in university systems while adhering to strict confidentiality standards.

Apply critical thinking to resolve questions or obstacles that arise during enrollment, contributing to a positive experience. You'll track interactions and data with precision, support team objectives, and participate in training to stay current on program details and enrollment procedures.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with students from diverse backgrounds
  • Strong understanding of academic program structures and student pathways
  • Excellent communication skills across multiple channels, including verbal and written formats
  • Attention to detail in data entry and record maintenance
  • Ability to assess applicant qualifications and guide them appropriately
  • Proficiency in problem-solving and independent decision-making
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality in compliance with regulatory standards
  • Collaborative mindset with a focus on team and cross-departmental cooperation
  • Willingness to engage in ongoing training and professional development
  • Consistent adherence to organizational policies and performance expectations

Benefits

This role operates within a structured, compliance-focused environment that values accuracy, discretion, and student-centered service. You'll work as part of a coordinated team dedicated to educational access and enrollment integrity, with opportunities to grow through continued learning and process improvement.

Required Skills
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Covista
More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree online at Walden. We offer more than 100 online degrees and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org). Visit WaldenU.edu for more information, and follow Walden on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
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Posted 24 days ago