Transfer Admissions Advisor

Salary Range: USD $37,810.00/Yr. - USD $55,330.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Categories: Student Resources

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Undergraduate Admissions

Associated Division: VP for Enrollment Management

Req ID: 10634

Overview

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is seeking a Transfer Admissions Advisor I who will develop foundational knowledge of undergraduate admissions and learn to implement in-state recruitment strategies to attract prospective students.

This entry level role focuses on executing established recruitment plans, providing accurate information and guidance on the admissions process, and supporting prospective students and families. The Transfer Advisor also observes and assists with out-of-state recruitment activities to build broader expertise in all aspects of undergraduate admissions counseling.

Special Instructions

• Combine into one document and upload your cover letter and resume under the “Resume Upload” section (maximum file size: 5 MB).

The budgeted salary range for this position is $43,000 to $45,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Supports in-state, out-of-state, and international transfer recruitment and enrollment efforts by independently planning and executing complex, multi-day travel schedules; representing Auburn University at community college visits, college fairs, and community-based programs across assigned territories; and contributing to Alabama-focused transfer outreach and yield activity as needed through targeted events, travel, and relationship-building with feeder institutions.

• Builds and maintains strategic, data-informed relationships with key transfer partners across assigned territories by serving as the primary point of contact for community college advisors/counselors, transfer center staff, military and adult learner education offices, and community-based organizations; sustaining ongoing communication that strengthens the transfer pipeline; and engaging with regional/professional associations (e.g., ALACRAO, NACAC affiliates) to enhance visibility and support student pathways.

• Provides comprehensive transfer admissions advising by responding to complex transfer-specific inquiries across multiple communication channels; delivering polished presentations to students, families, and institutional partners; and serving as a knowledgeable resource on transfer admission criteria, credit evaluation concepts, articulation/transfer pathways, deadlines, and program-specific requirements for targeted populations (e.g., military, adult, international transfer).

• Performs intermediate-level transfer application review and decision support by independently evaluating moderately complex transfer applications that require holistic assessment of academic history and eligibility; making informed admission recommendations within established guidelines; meeting elevated review targets; and escalating highly complex cases to senior staff as appropriate.

• Assists with and/or leads recruitment and enrollment events by supporting planning, set-up, logistics, guest services, and delivery of transfer-focused information sessions for on-campus and off-campus programs, ensuring accurate messaging and a high-quality visitor experience.

• Maintains accurate and strategic recruitment and enrollment data by documenting outreach and engagement activity in university systems; analyzing territory and partner-institution performance to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges; producing territory/institution-specific reports; developing data-driven recommendations to adjust recruitment strategy; and preparing briefings/presentations for leadership review and planning.

• Completes required travel and expense documentation in compliance with university and departmental policies and procedures, including timely pre-trip planning requirements and post-trip reconciliation.

• Engages in university representation and outreach by serving as an experienced ambassador for Auburn University and Undergraduate Admissions; partnering with academic colleges and campus units to coordinate program-specific transfer recruitment initiatives and strategies; and actively participating in relevant professional organizations and regional counseling/transfer networks.

• Contributes to departmental goals and continuous improvement by collaborating with campus partners to support transfer student success initiatives; sharing expertise and informally mentoring colleagues as needed; identifying process inefficiencies in recruitment, review, or operations; and performing other duties as assigned to advance recruitment and enrollment objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree-no specific discipline

• Valid and in state driver's license required upon hire

Contract Type

Continuing

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Posted Date

10/19/2026