Student Services Specialist

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Work Tasks

• Admission counselors interview people to decide if they should be accepted into the college
• Financial aid officers help students get money to pay for college
• Housing officers make sure students keep their rooms safe and that they get along with other students
• Career planning counselors help students plan careers and find jobs
• Work indoors in offices for universities
• Work with reports, forms, documents, and other papers

Salary, Size & Growth

• $55,500 average per year ($26.75 per hour)
• A large occupation (246,900 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow rapidly (3.0% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A 4-year degree and experience in a position such as recruiter, guidance counselor, residence hall director, or financial aid or admissions counselor
• Employers Prefer: A master's or Ph.D. degree qualifies you for an academic dean position
• Skills/Courses: Skills that are helpful in student services include computer technology expertise, math, and statistics.