International Transfer Admissions Counselor
Website Seattle University
International Transfer Admissions Counselor
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Months Per Year: 12
Employment Status: Full-Time
Work Model: Hybrid Eligible*
Seattle
University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic
universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate,
graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for
defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender,
gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic
class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status,
political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle
University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who
learn, live and work at Seattle University.
Position Description:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Admissions for Transfer Recruitment, in a team-centered environment, the International Transfer Admissions Counselor represents Seattle University’s undergraduate educational opportunities to prospective transfer students and community college partners. This position works primarily with transfer students with an additional strategic focus on international transfer students. However, the Admissions Counseling team supports all prospective students (Pre-College, First-Year, Transfer and Post-Baccalaureate, and non-matriculated) by providing advising and support through phone calls, appointments, events (both on campus and off), and other outreach programs.
The ideal candidate will be a resilient and innovative problem solver and possess strong interpersonal skills that enable them to develop positive relationships and provide personalized attention to students throughout the admissions process. The International Transfer Admissions Counselor manages all international transfer students and an assigned domestic student group where they are responsible for organizing recruitment activities and communicating directly with prospective and admitted students and supporters, as well as international student centers, community college advisors, faculty, and administrators. They are also responsible for the review, evaluation, and initial undergraduate admission recommendations for applicants in accordance with university selection criteria. Working closely with campus stakeholders, the International Transfer Admissions Counselor executes strategies to meet Seattle University’s undergraduate enrollment goals. This role is expected to attend all major admissions events (preview days, admitted student days, etc.). Evening and weekend work is required, and frequent, particularly in the fall and spring seasons.
Essential Functions:
Provides information to prospective students, family members, international student centers, community college advisors, and other individuals or organizations involved in the transfer process about the University’s distinct academic opportunities. The International Transfer Admissions Counselor will:
- Plan, develop and implement on and off campus recruitment activities for assigned schools and recruitment regions including up to 5 weeks of travel.
- Develop and implement strategies in collaboration with leadership for local international transfer recruitment.
- Meet with prospective Seattle University students through advising appointments, transfer fairs, local international student fairs, community college visits, admissions events, on and off-campus information sessions and group presentations and workshops.
- Communicate with prospective and admitted students through emails, Zoom and phone calls.
Review applications and make admission recommendations for transfer applications. - Engage and commit to the work needed to make higher education more accessible, equitable, and inclusive.
- Support and actively participate in programs and events to support and engage prospective Pre-College, First-Year, Transfer, and Post-Baccalaureate students, their families and supporters, community-based organizations, college counselors, advisors and more.
- Assist with admissions office coverage and office roles as needed on a weekly basis.
Schedule:
Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Evening and weekend work will be required. This role will primarily serve college-age students/adult learners and community colleges in the greater Seattle area and some travel to those locations will be required. While operations are primarily in-person, a hybrid schedule for up to two days of remote work per week is available as operations allow.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and one-year professional work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential job functions.
- Confidence in speaking publicly to both large and small groups.
- Well-developed organizational skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and pay strong attention to detail.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and supporting diverse student populations.
- Knowledge of college admission trends and issues in higher education.
- Basic computer/technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Ability and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
- Valid driver’s license required. Must be able to drive rented vehicles.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a student-facing role in higher education.
- Experience working with diverse young adult and adult learner populations.
- Experience working with international students (international student center, immigration support, study abroad, international admissions, etc.).
- Familiarity with international education systems and credentials.
- Military Veteran and/or experience with working with U.S. Military Veterans.
- Knowledge of Washington Community College systems and transfer degrees.
- Knowledge of financial aid trends and issues.
- Knowledge of federal and state privacy laws.
- Speaks, writes, and reads one of the following languages: Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Mandarin, Tagalog, Amharic, or Tigrinya. Interested in utilizing language skills to serve prospective students and families in the college search process.
- Experience using ERP and CRM, specifically Ellucian Colleague system, Technolutions Slate CRM.
Application Instructions:
Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.
Compensation at a Glance:
Salary Range: $53,000 – $55,000
Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents
its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the
time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be
determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected
candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity
considerations, and available market information, and not based on a
candidate’s gender or any other protected status.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement
contributions that add to your total compensation package.
Benefits at a Glance:
Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution
for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution
and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to
a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/
Hybrid Eligible*
This
position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after successful completion of
an introductory work period of 3-6 months. This may mean that a hybrid eligible
role will begin on-campus initially and then will transition to hybrid format
following onboarding and training. Flexible work plans are subject to periodic
review and may be changed or terminated at any time for any reason at the
university’s discretion.
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