Fort Hays State University·Hays, Kansas
The Administrative Specialist provides specialized administrative support to the Department of Admissions, including managing student databases and coordinating scholarship services. The role also involves supervising student employees, organizing recruitment mailings, and overseeing office operations and equipment.
Job posting title: Administrative Specialist, Department of Admissions
The work of the Administrative Specialist for the Department of Admissions involves specialized and/or diverse administrative support work, and the responsibility of providing assistance to the Director of Admissions, Assistant Director of Financial Aid and other student affairs personnel. Position will utilize standard office tools and technology. Positions at this level will supervise and/or provide leadership to student employees. Positions at this level are also expected to demonstrate professionalism and maintain the security and confidentiality of office documents, records, and information.
High School Diploma, or equivalent, with at least one to two years of experience in an office or administrative support position.
$16.52 per hour
To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits [http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/benefits-summary-2025.pdf].
Start date to be determined after acceptance of an offer and completion of a criminal background check.
August 28, 2026. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately following the priority deadline and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers [http://fhsu.wd503.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CAREERS/jobs]. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Applicants must submit a resume.
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
jdarmstrong@fhsu.edu
785-628-4091
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70.
Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas.
The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails.
Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping.
The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily.
The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools.
With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.
FHSU is committed to providing equal opportunity and access to its educational programs, employment, services, and activities in compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws. FHSU prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression), age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in its programs, activities, admissions, or employment.
Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
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Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent with at least one to two years of administrative experience. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Market context
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