Admission Counselor/Assistant Director Of Transfer Admission

Job Title Admission Counselor/Assistant Director of Transfer Admission Posting Number 20110521 Pay Rate Starting at $40,000 Position Type Administration

Position Summary Information

Key Responsibilities

The Admission Counselor/Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions manages the undergraduate transfer prospect and applicant pool, has an active role in fostering partnerships with local community colleges, and is responsible for the transcript evaluation summary process for incoming transfer students. The Admission Counselor/Assistant Director will develop and implement strategies specific to the successful enrollment of transfer students, bridging their academic needs with program offerings of Juniata College.

Essential Duties:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for undergraduate transfer students

• Deliver admission presentations

• Meet with prospective students

• Provide information on course transfers and equivalencies

• Plan, organize and implement a data driven recruitment strategy

• Attend in-person and virtual transfer fairs/events to recruit undergraduate transfer students

• Support and assist with the planning of on campus events, tours, visits

• Collaborate with community colleges to maintain and grow the transfer portfolio of 2+2 and 2+2+1 agreements

• Collaborate with the campus departments including Financial Aid, Registrar, Campus Life, and Dean of Students to ensure students have the onboarding tools and information needed to matriculate

• Represent the Admissions Office by serving when needed on college committees, groups, councils, etc.

Review undergraduate admission applications:

• Ensure applicants are apprised of all necessary steps to complete their application and matriculate

• Evaluate completed applications for admission and award scholarship

Performs other job-related duties as assigned or required.

Juniata College is committed to cultivating an equity-minded and equity-engaged campus culture, one that is inclusive and supportive of its students, faculty, and staff. We believe that all members of the College community share the responsibility to value diversity, seek equity, promote a sense of belonging. We seek candidates who are sensitive to the needs of an academic community that is diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or identity, disability status, and protected veteran status. AA/EOE

Position Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required.

• 1-3 years of professional experience. Experience in Admissions/Higher education preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to present information and respond to questions from prospective students and parents, high school counselors, the college community, and the public.

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication skills and must have the ability to work well in a team and independently.

• Demonstrate and possess a strong understanding of cultural competency and how to communicate to different audiences.

Supervision Required/Given

This role reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Admission.

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:

• Valid driver's license and clear driving record

• Evening and weekend work may be required

• Must be able to sit and work on a computer for 2+ hours minimum at a time

• Must be able to stand and move between buildings at recruitment events

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs

Special Instructions to Applicants

Juniata College an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 01/25/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes