Transfer Admissions Coordinator

Posting Details

Vacancy Number

S01366

Position Title

Student Services Specialist

Working Title

Transfer Admissions Coordinator

Competency Level

Journey

Dept/School

Admissions - 30110

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

To recruit, admit and enroll students who will perform successfully in the collegiate community. Daily contact with the public, including contact with professionals in all disciplines of the University, is involved. Contact involves an accurate knowledge of relaying Admissions policies and procedures set forth by the University and the Office of admissions. The office engages in a wide range of activities designed to publicize and describe the programs, activities, and other opportunities available at UNCW .

College

Enrollment Affairs Admin - 30100 College

College/School Information

University Information

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Location of Workplace

Main UNCW Campus

Brief Summary of Work for this Position

The Transfer Admissions Coordinator serves as a key member of a successful transfer admissions team. This position:

Assists prospective online accelerated program students by providing information related to transfer admission policies and procedures, transferability of credit, and graduation requirements

Manages an assigned group of applicants to Undergraduate online accelerated programs

Meets and communicates effectively with students, other University departments, partner enrollment management companies, and other key stakeholders

Evaluates applications for admissions

Travels as needed to educate qualified students on transfer admissions policies and procedures

Participates in on and off-campus recruitment events and represents UNCW at events and in the community

Applies related policies and regulations of the UNC System, UNCW, and the Office of Admissions

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• Strong public speaking, writing, and technical skills are required
  
• Excellent organizational skills
  
• Ability to manage competing, conflicting demands while meeting deadlines
  
• Ability to collaborate with others to achieve goals
  
• Sensitivity to the needs of adult learners and a commitment to building a diverse student body
  
• Valid driver’s license is required
  
• Previous experience in a post-secondary admissions office is preferred


Required Certifications or licensure

NC Diver’s license is required.

Recruitment Range

$38,000 - $43,026

FTE

1.0 (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year

12 Months

Work Days

Monday - Friday

Work Hours

8:00AM to 5:00PM

Type of Position

Permanent

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited

Position Number

7959

Job Posting Date

05/04/2021

Posting Close Date

05/21/2021

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you apply for this position. Failure to answer all required questions will cause the system to disqualify your application.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

You will be required to attach a cover letter and resume to successfully apply for this position. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have completed the ‘Work History’ section of the application before you apply for this position.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement

At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

External Link to Posting

https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/20554
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNC Wilmington (2021)?
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