Transfer Admissions Counselor

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Transfer Admissions Counselor. - Davie, FL.

Summary of responsibilities:

Works with the Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment and Admissions of FAU’s Broward Campuses to develop and implement procedures that will support admissions policies and facilitate student recruitment and admissions, and 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.

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, managing databases, and reviewing admissions files.

Provides relevant referrals to other Student Services Offices such as the Military & Veterans Student Success Center, Student Accessibility Services, and FAU Commuter Student Services.

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

Attend and support New Student Orientation programs for transfer students.

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

Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

FAU Benefits and Perks

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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.

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

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).

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Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience required.

Florida driver’s license required for local and regional travel.

Salary:$47,500.00 per year.

College or Department:FAU Transfer/Link Program

Location:Davie

Work Days and Hours:Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends required.

Application Deadline: 2025-06-26

Special Instructions to Applicant: APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

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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 ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at or send an email at . To contact Human Resources, please call . For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

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