Transfer Coordinator - #241044

Western Carolina University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Greater London seeks a dedicated Transfer Coordinator to advise transfer and re-entering students. The role involves providing enrollment guidance, collaborating with community colleges, and enhancing the transfer student experience. Join a dynamic team committed to student success and development.

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Insurance

Tuition Waivers

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Community Service Leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training and experience required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an initial enrollment advisor for transfers and re-entering students.
• Develop and maintain advising resources.
• Represent CET at recruitment events.

Skills

Communication

Technology

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Cultural Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Banner

Job description

Transfer Coordinator - #241044

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered.

Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of references (with complete contact information).

Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Effective

All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Posting Details

Posting Information

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The College of Engineering and Technology (CET) at Western Carolina University is seeking a passionate and dedicated Transfer Coordinator to join our dynamic and growing college.

In this role, you will serve as a key advisor for transfer and re-entering students in the College of Engineering and Technology (CET). You'll provide initial enrollment guidance, ongoing academic advising, and program-specific information. Additionally, you'll represent CET at recruitment events and collaborate with the WCU Advising Center to streamline the transfer student experience.

Your responsibilities also include developing and maintaining advising resources, participating in program assessment, and engaging in professional development to continuously improve services for students and colleagues. You'll play a vital role in supporting WCU's transfer initiatives by working with community colleges to establish and maintain articulation agreements and by acting as a liaison for industry partnerships related to transfer and distance programs.

Generalized duties and responsibilities include:
* Serve as an initial enrollment advisor for transfers and re-entering students
* Provide developmental, academic advising to transfer and re-entering students
* Work with WCU faculty and staff and Community Colleges to develop, promote, maintain, and streamline 2+2 degree programs and articulation agreements
* Represent the College of Engineering and Technology at recruitment functions
* Assist with the development, revision, and updating of Advising processes, forms, and publications within CET
* Maintain appropriate advising records and documentation
* Participate in the assessment and evaluation of academic advising and advising programs
* Participate in ongoing professional development and encourage the growth of colleagues
* Provide advising information and support for the programs within CET
* Support WCU transfer initiatives
* Support WCU Transfer Admissions
* Serve as a liaison with the WCU Advising Center
* Serve as industry liaison for WCU's transfer and distance programs
* Other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the needs of students and the Advising Center

Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Posting Number	SHRA1562P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/30912
Classification Title	Student Services Specialist
Competency Level	Journey
Working Title	Transfer Coordinator - #241044
Department	Office of the Dean, Engineering & Technology
About WCU
Position Summary
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position	Communication: Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. Technology: Experience with Microsoft Office and knowledge of Banner is preferred. Interpersonal Skills: Maintain collegial relationships with office staff and student workers. Interact effectively with faculty and administrators. Confidentiality: Ability to ethically and legally manage highly confidential information with tact and diplomacy. Information Dissemination: Ability to disseminate educational information to groups and individuals in a clear and concise manner. Time Management: Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks effectively, and prioritize. Independent Work: Ability to work without constant supervision. Cultural Awareness: Must be sensitive to students whose cultural and educational experiences differ from their own.
Minimum Qualifications
Anticipated Hiring Range	$48,823
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours per Week	40
Number of Months per Year	12
Salary Band Range	$28,713 - $77,112
Salary Grade	For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this Journey level position is considered a Salary Grade 67

Posting Text

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered.

Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of references (with complete contact information).

Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Effective

All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Open Date	05/12/2025
Close Date	06/08/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Background/E-Verify
Credential Verification
EOE
University Safety

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Resume


3. List of references

Optional Documents

1. DD-214


2. NGB 23A (RPAS)


3. DD256 or NGB22

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