Transfer Advisor

University of Maryland Global Campus; Berlin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury University seeks a Transfer Advisor to provide academic advising for prospective and incoming transfer students, supporting recruitment and a smooth transition to campus life.

The role involves assisting with course selection, registration, and connecting students to campus resources to foster retention and success through collaborative outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 1–3 years of related experience in academic advising or student affairs.
• Detail oriented with excellent customer service, organization, planning, time management, and communication skills.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising to prospective and incoming transfer students.
• Aid in recruitment efforts and transition to Salisbury University; assist with course selection and registration.
• Connect students to campus resources and contribute to retention initiatives through outreach.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Time management

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

EAB Student Success Collaborative

College Scheduler

Job description

Job Posting:

JR102149 Transfer Advisor (Open)

Department:

Academic Advising Office, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

08-28-2026

Close Date:

$57,500 - $60,000

Job Summary

The Transfer Advisor provides academic advising to all prospective and incoming transfer students. More specifically, they aid in recruitment efforts, transition to Salisbury University, selection of courses, registration of classes, connection to campus resources, and retention efforts. This includes work with student support initiatives and outreach.

Authority and Accountability

This position would not have any supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 1 - 3 years’ experience in academic advising, student affairs, or related area
• Detail oriented with excellent customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem solving, follow through, time management, and oral and written communication skills.
• Flexible with the ability to handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Higher Education, College Student Development, Counseling or related field
• Experience with PeopleSoft, EAB Student Success Collaborative, and College Scheduler.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by September 11, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.