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JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
Transfer Admissions Counselor
COLLEGE/SCHOOL/DEPT:
Office of Admissions DATE PREPARED: September 30,2013
REPORTS TO:
Director of Admissions FLSA: Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Office of Admissions is responsible for maintaining the enrollment pipeline of
students to Heritage University. This is accomplished through recruiting efforts and
accurate and efficient processing of admission applications to the university. The Office
of Admissions is the first point of contact for prospective students, parents, and other
members of the community; prompt, accurate and courteous customer service is critical
to the successful operation of this office.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Recruit exceptional students for associate, bachelor’s, master’s degree and
certificate programs from high schools, businesses, industries and the community,
with a primary focus on students transferring from other colleges and universities.
2. Communicate consistently and effectively with prospective students and their
families in person and via phone, email, text messaging, printed media, and the
internet.
3. Meet quantitative and qualitative departmental goals for inquiries, applications,
admitted and enrolled students.
4. Work aggressively in the community to increase public awareness of Heritage
University programs, success stories and opportunities.
5. Develop and implement recruitment strategies designed to enroll new
undergraduate transfer students for the main campus and identify viable readmit
candidates for Heritage University.
6. Represent the university at career fairs, professional conferences and trade shows.
7. Initiate, develop and maintain partnerships with community colleges, agencies,
medical facilities and other organizations to facilitate and enhance student
recruitment.
8. Work collaboratively with colleagues in financial aid, advising, registrar and other
campus offices to ensure a consistent and smooth transition from applicant to
student.