Transfer Admissions Counselor Position Available In Washington, Tennessee

Transfer Admissions Counselor
East Tennessee State University
in Johnson City, TN

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Full-Time

Salary:

$47,002.36

Posted:

06/20/2025

Application Due:

07/07/2025

Category:

Admissions and Enrollment Department:

Admissions – 25510

Job Category:

Administrative Job Summary ETSU’s Office of Admissions is seeking a Transfer Admission Recruiter responsible for representing the university to prospective transfer students across Tennessee and surrounding states. Reporting to the Director of Undergraduate Recruitment, this position plays a key role in student outreach through travel, events, and direct communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as ETSU’s primary representative to prospective transfer students, families, and community college partners.
Maintain consistent contact with prospective students via phone, email, SMS, web chat, and meetings.
Develop and execute a travel plan focused on community college visits and recruitment events within an assigned territory.
Build and maintain strong relationships with transfer partners to ensure accurate partnership information.
Support freshman recruitment and participate in on- and off-campus admissions events.
Counsel students on admissions, credit transfer, academic programs, and career goals.
Create and manage prospective student records in the CRM system; generate reports and analyze data to support recruitment efforts.
Maintain expert knowledge of the admissions process, transfer pathways, articulation agreements, and ETSU academic offerings.
Possess working knowledge of financial aid, scholarships, housing, and student services.
This is a high-travel, front-line recruitment role that requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a student-centered approach. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information.

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//www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/ All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. ETSU is an equal opportunity employer.

Disclaimer:

The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position’s essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of ETSU’s dual admission and general admission policies.
Knowledge of ETSU’s transfer and articulation policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the Tennessee Transfer Pathways, as well as program and course articulation to ETSU.
Understanding of community college students and their unique needs.
Familiarity with ETSU’s undergraduate programs, curricula, and general education core.
Awareness of legal and confidentiality issues related to student advisement.
Knowledge of effective record-keeping systems.
Understanding of university support programs and student services.
Knowledge of effective student recruitment strategies.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively to groups and deliver presentations using visual aids.
Proficiency with computers and various software applications.
Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks.
Collaborates well with peers and institutional partners
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Must be able to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
Valid driver’s license
Demonstrated experience in academic advising, student recruitment, and retention strategies

Salary:

$47,002.36

Posting Number:

AS01576P FLSA

Status

Exempt Close Date:

07/07/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Administrative/Professional positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.
ETSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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