Program Assistant | Office of Admissions (Pullman, WA)

Washington State UniversityWashington State UniversityPullman, Washington, United States
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Posted

9/17/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$4k - $5k/month

Work style

Hybrid

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Core responsibilities

The Program Assistant supports the Office of Admissions by reviewing and processing undergraduate applications and managing student records. They also provide administrative support and communicate with students to ensure efficient admissions operations.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of full-time clerical experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required, and experience with admissions processes or CRM software is preferred.

Key skills

Application reviewRecords managementStudent communicationAdministrative supportMicrosoft OfficeOutlookWordExcelPowerPointAdobeSlate CRMStudent information systemsClerical supportData entryConfidentiality

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Education requirements

high school

About Washington State University

Industry

Higher Education

Employees

11

Type

Educational

Size

51-200 employees

The School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at WSU has one of the largest undergraduate programs in the Pacific Northwest, with about 1000 students and 45 faculty members spread across three sister campuses (the main campus at Pullman, and sister departments at Everett, Tri-cities, and Bremerton). Our graduate student and postdoctoral researcher populations are growing, underpinned by continuously increasing annual research expenditures (currently over $9m), with over 130 PhD students and 60 MS students. It is one of few schools where both Mechanical Engineering (ME) and Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) programs are offered under the same roof, allowing our students to be reared in a highly interdisciplinary, enriching environment.

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Description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: September 28, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details. Available Title(s): 107M-YN_CS_NPS - Program Assistant Business Title: Program Assistant | Office of Admissions (Pullman, WA) Employee Type: Classified Position Details: The Opportunity: Washington State University's Office of Admissions is now accepting applications for a Program Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional seeking experience in enrollment management, higher education administration, and student services! As a Program Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the Office of Admissions through a combination of application review, records management, student communication, and administrative support. Under general supervision, you will review and process undergraduate applications for admission and exercise independent judgment in supporting admissions decisions. As a vital behind-the-scenes contributor, you will manage confidential information, maintain student records, and assist with clerical and operational projects that ensure efficient admissions processes. Through this work, you will directly contribute to student success and the university's enrollment objectives. Upon successful completion of the employee’s 6-month probationary period and training, this position may be eligible for a hybrid telework agreement. All telework agreements are assessed and extended on a semester basis. Additional Information: This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible. Monthly Salary: $3,565 to $4,746 | Range 39 (Step A-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified Staff and Total Compensation. Required Qualifications: High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time clerical experience OR equivalent education/experience. Demonstrated computer software skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office programs, such as: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the admissions process. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook. Experience with WSU Student Information System. Experience with Slate CRM. Experience working with student records. Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Area/College: Enrollment Management Department Name: Office of Admissions Location: Pullman, WA Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process. Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made. Time Type: Full time Position Term: 12 Month Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. Notice of Non-Discrimination In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

Requirements

  • Application review
  • Records management
  • Student communication
  • Administrative support
  • Microsoft Office
  • Outlook
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Adobe
  • Slate CRM
  • Student information systems
  • Clerical support
  • Data entry
  • Confidentiality

Benefits

  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Deferred compensation
  • Tuition waiver

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