Academic Support Specialist-CGES

Job Title: Academic Support Specialist - CGES

Date: 9-30-2026

Reports To: Registrar

GENERAL SUMMARY: To provide academic support to CMU’s off-site locations, CGES (College of Graduate & Extended Studies). This includes but not limited to registration, transfer work and withdraws and day to day functions of the Registrar’s Office pertaining to CGES students. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Processes all CGES transfer work-45%

· First review/check of all CGES degree plans-30%

· Assist and Process registration forms/request for CGES students-10%

· Manages CGES wait lists-5%

· Process electronic updated information through CARS System-5%

· Maintains CGES files, filing included-5%

· Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree preferred, not required. High school diploma, required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work at a computer for long periods of time, filing and periodic lifting up to 15lbs. Must be able to stand and speak to students at a counter.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General office equipment, Microsoft Office products, Jenzabar and multi-tasking and customer service skills.

OTHER INFORMATION AND ATTRIBUTES: Limited travel.

CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU. Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To receive an application, please email [email protected] or call 660-248-6899. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. CMU management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person