Transfer Admissions Counselor

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Transfer Admissions Counselor- Boca Raton, FL

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Works with Assistant Director of Admissions at the Boca Raton campus to develop and implement procedures that will support admissions policies and facilitates student recruitment and admissions, assists with developing new undergraduate and graduate transfer recruitment plans for FAU.

• Establishes and maintains effective communication and rapport with Florida State College advisors , faculty and other administrators to promote FAU’s academic programs and transfer process.

• Counsels and advises prospective students, applicants and family members about opportunities at Florida Atlantic University.

• Visits state/community college campuses to meet with students and advise them on transfer guidelines, requirements, prerequisites, and other admissions related matters.

• Promotes the LINK Program and FAU transfer scholarships.

• Maintain contact with businesses, universities, community colleges, and community organizations on a regular basis. Participates in community outreach efforts. 

• Plans and implements workshops, presentations, events and programs to promote transfer admissions to FAU at schools, businesses and community events.

• Advises prospective transfer students on pathways to facilitate transfer to FAU. 

• Supervises and trains support personnel, when applicable, to ensure proper information is disseminated.

• Coordinates and partners with FAU’s internal stakeholders on transfer and admissions matters.

• Tracks and monitors student visits, communications, and applications for admissions, and prepares reports to show return on investment.

• Process documents includes creating applicant files, forwarding/ tracking documents to all FAU campuses, copying documents, recording all transactions and managing databases and reviewing admissions files.

• Provides relevant referrals to other student services. Examples include offices such as Military & Veterans Student Success Center, Student Accessibility Services, and FAU Commuter Student Services.

• Collaborates with Transfer Student Services Center & Family Engagement for enrollment process and onboarding experience.

• Attend and support New Student Orientation programs for transfer student.

• Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service  

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php  

• Sick Leave Pool Program 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf   

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php  

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Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization.
Additional Requirements:
Must be available to work on occasional evenings and weekends.
Local and regional travel are an integral part of this position.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle, qualify for car rental, and valid Florida driver’s license are required.
This position requires daily contact with students, faculty, staff, and the general public, which includes prospective student advising.

Salary:

$47,500 per year
Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

FAU Transfer/Link Program – Undergraduate Admissions

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Occasional evenings and weekends are required.

Application Deadline:

2024-05-14

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711