Senior Transfer Admissions Counselor
- Employer
- University of Oregon
- Location
- Oregon, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jan 31, 2024
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Student Affairs, Admissions, Enrollment, Retention & Registrar
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Please include a resume, cover letter and three professional references with your application.
Department Summary
The Office of Admissions includes over 50 staff who are engaged
in the work of recruitment and outreach to prospective
undergraduates and making admission decisions on all applicants for
freshman, transfer, and post-baccalaureate undergraduate admission.
Admissions is a unit of the Division of Student Services &
Enrollment Management and works closely with several other units of
that division, especially Scholarships/Financial Aid and
Orientation, as well as many other parts of campus.
Within Admissions, the recruitment & outreach team that
includes this position is a dynamic, committed group of
professionals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, which are
often the first UO representatives that thousands of students per
year from around the US and beyond will meet in the process of
choosing whether to apply to and ultimately attend, the University
of Oregon. Their care for the students extends beyond the desire to
have students choose Oregon and also extends to our outreach
mission, making sure that students and their families feel
empowered about the college preparation, search, and choice
process, regardless of where they enroll. In light of the
university's presence around the US and beyond, we are adding to
this dedicated staff in order to accomplish even more in our
work.
Position Summary
The Senior Transfer Admissions Counselor plays a crucial role in
our admissions process, actively engaging prospective transfer
students to facilitate their transition into our institution. This
dynamic position requires an experienced individual with a profound
understanding of the transfer admissions landscape, excellent
communication skills, and a genuine passion for helping students
achieve their educational goals.
In this role, the individual will proactively reach out to and
engage with prospective transfer students through various channels,
such as information sessions, college fairs, and online platforms.
Providing personalized guidance, the counselor addresses academic
and career goals, assists with course selection, and guides through
the credit transfer processes. Collaboration is key, as the
counselor works with campus partners, academic departments, and
support services to ensure a seamless transition for admitted
transfer students, granting them access to necessary resources and
information. Effective strategies for recruiting transfer students,
both locally and nationally, are developed, fostering relationships
with community colleges and institutions to strengthen transfer
pathways. The organization and execution of transfer-specific
events, including orientation programs and workshops, contribute to
building a supportive community for transfer students.
Additionally, close collaboration with the broader admissions team
is emphasized to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive approach to
the admissions process. Working with the SEM Strategic
Communications Team on marketing materials and outreach efforts,
the counselor contributes to the overall success of the admissions
strategy. Staying informed about changes in transfer admissions
policies, articulation agreements, and educational trends is a
priority, with regular updates provided to the admissions team. The
maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records of transfer
applicants, admissions decisions, and related data, coupled with
the use of data analytics, helps identify trends and opportunities
for improvement in the admissions process.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree.
• Two years of experience in transfer admissions or related higher
education roles.
Professional Competencies
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ease in using technology for communication, record keeping, and
management of data.
• Detail-oriented and strong oral and written communication
skills.
• Ability to manage a complicated daily, weekly, and monthly
schedule with recurring important professional commitments on and
off campus.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students,
alumni, diverse families, administrators, and faculty.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with individuals from
diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in student recruitment, education advocacy, or college
counseling.
• Proficiency and fluency (grammar, spelling, syntax, structure) in
both written and spoken Spanish.
• Experience within an institution of higher education.
• Knowledge of university-specific computer application programs
and knowledge of university procedures.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
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