Admissions Counselor

About the role

The Office of Admissions is seeking a Transfer Admissions Counselor to provide outreach services to prospective transfer students at selected California community colleges.

Responsibilities

• Maintain long-term UC institutional liaisons with selected California community colleges and their students, through on-campus and off-campus programs.
• Serve as a general representative of the University of California to the public, providing information on such matters as University goals, policies, procedures, and philosophies.
• Maintain individual contact with identified students on a regular basis to facilitate the transfer process.
• Advise prospective applicants regarding UC admission requirements and procedures.
• Track progress of each student, recommending appropriate action as needed.
• Facilitate the admission process by providing accurate financial aid information, as well as information on campus housing and other relevant matters.
• Conduct preliminary evaluations of the admissions applications.
• Use established articulation to advise students on meeting UC eligibility, UCSB general education requirements, and major preparation.
• Counsel students on major options and career choices.
• Verify appropriateness of course work proposed by the students.
• Interface with each student's community college counselor, program director, faculty advisor, or other officials.
• Provide support to ensure a clear, understandable pathway for prospective UC transfer students.
• Make referrals to community college offices, UC campuses, and other programs as appropriate.
• Conduct in-service trainings and update meetings on the University of California for community college counselors and other interested parties as requested.
• Troubleshoot areas of concern with Deans of Counseling, EOPS Directors, Disabled Student Services Programs, Directors of Re-Entry Centers, and Transfer Center Directors.
• Conducts basic administrative functions which support outreach activities and projects.
• Schedule and confirm regular visits to assigned community colleges.
• Establish outreach calendar and set necessary meetings.
• Handle correspondence, email, and telephone inquiries, travel expenses, and budget matters.
• Communicate activities to the Transfer Services unit, as well as Admissions staff members.
• Provide monthly and annual reports, as well as program evaluations and documentation.
• Establish and implement outreach activities at the assigned colleges, in concert with overall goals and objectives of the Transfer Services unit.
• Aid in the execution of other campus-based projects taking place at the colleges.
• Maintain on-going contact with supervisor and other Admissions staff members.
• Evaluate projects and activities, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute to long-term planning efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• 1-3 years of work experience.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications include experience working with high-achieving students and students currently or previously enrolled in UC-sponsored programs such as PUENTE, MESA, and Early Academic Outreach (EAO).
• Experience with historically underrepresented populations enrolled in targeted California community colleges.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of UC admissions processes and policies.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with community college administrators, counselors, and faculty.

Benefits

Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC.

Pay

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.27 to $35.77/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $28.07 to $48.28/hr.

Schedule

Work Location: 1234-K Cheadle Hall
Working Days and Hours: 8-5, M-F