Transfer Admissions Officer
- Employer
- University of Bridgeport
- Location
- Connecticut, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jan 17, 2022
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Transfer Admissions Officers at The University of Bridgeport recruit prospective undergraduate transfer students, facilitate admission requirements and provide support and guidance to prospective students throughout the enrollment process.
Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Facilitates all enrollment activities for transfer students pursuing enrollment into the University.
- Liaise between the academic departments with enrollment caps to ensure a seamless application process and achieve our goals.
- Oversee the admissions and enrollment process for the online and accelerated undergraduate programs, enrolling students in all 6 start terms.
- Maintains and updates database of transfer credit equivalencies for courses taken at other institutions.
- Manage the transfer credit evaluation process to make sure students are aware of their degree plan in a timely manner.
- Assesses student need, and presents information as to why and how The University of Bridgeport may benefit a student’s personal, academic and professional goals.
- Counsels prospective applicants on the admissions process via online and in person appointments, phone, email, text and social media from point of inquiry through enrollment.
- Oversees the collection application materials and reviews complete applications for admission based on the criteria set by the University .
- Schedules and presents in-person information sessions and online webinars for undergraduate transfer programs.
- Develops relationships with 2 year institution career centers to encourage students to continue their education with UB.
- Attends and presents at community college visits and college fairs where prospective undergraduate students are in attendance.
- Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
- Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
- Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.
- Some night and weekend work is required.
- Extensive high touch customer service skills
- Communication and active listening skills
- Collaborative skills
- Problem solving skills
- Knowledge of all University academic programs, policies and procedures
- Proficient in MS Office
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
Education, Training and Experience :
- Bachelor’s degree and 6 months of experience in admissions in a post-secondary educational environment or sales and customer service experience.
- Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle
Work Environment None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Outdoor Weather Conditions X Work with fumes or airborne particles X Work near moving mechanical parts X Risk of electrical shock X Vibration X
Physical Activity None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Standing X Walking X Sitting X Talking & Hearing X Using hands/fingers to handle/feel X Climbing or balancing X Bending, pulling, pushing X Driving X
Lifting Requirements None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 75 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X Over 100 pounds X
Vision Requirements:
X Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)
X Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or
left and right while the eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and
spatial relationships)
___ No special vision requirements
(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)
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