Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment and Partnerships

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University seeks an Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment and Partnerships to lead transfer recruitment operations within Undergraduate Admissions. You will supervise staff, build external partnerships, and develop data-informed strategies to expand transfer pathways for readmit and other populations.

Working with campus partners, you will coordinate recruitment, communication, processing, and engagement experiences to support transfer student success and institutional

Qualifications

• Master's degree; or will accept in substitution, a bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional experience in university admissions, student recruitment, or academic advising.
• Proficiency with higher education CRM software.
• Exceptional public speaking skills.
• A deep understanding of transfer articulation agreements.
• Position requires a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of the date of hire. A valid driver's license must be maintained as a condition of employment. Ability to rent vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead transfer recruitment, partnership development, and specialized student enrollment initiatives within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
• Oversee transfer recruitment operations, supervise professional staff, and collaborate with campus and external partners to strengthen transfer pathways and support institutional enrollment goals.
• Provide data-informed recommendations, identifying partnership and recruitment opportunities, and supporting the development and implementation of recruitment strategies for transfer, readmit, second-degree, and other specialized student populations.
• Partner with Undergraduate Admissions leaders, team members, and campus partners to deliver coordinated recruitment, communication, processing, and engagement experiences that support transfer student success and institutional enrollment goals.

Skills

Public speaking

Transfer articulation

CRM software

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience alternative

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Salary: $47,379-$84,187

Contract: Full Time

Location: Greenville

About East Carolina University

East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

• professional development opportunities
• comprehensive benefits package

Academic Affairs and Undergraduate Admissions Office

Academic Affairs (AA) is headed by the Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs who serves as the institution's Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and is responsible for administering academic policies. AA is composed of each of the university's colleges, schools, and libraries, along with other academic support and administrative units to include Learner Operations, Research, Innovation and Engagement, Institutional Planning, Assessment and Research, and Global Affairs. Academic Affairs works collaboratively to strengthen ECU's culture of academic excellence in line with our mission to be a national model for student success, public service, and regional transformation.

The Undergraduate Admissions Office is the primary point of contact for a traditional first year student, transfer, or non-traditional adult student seeking admission to East Carolina University. The office is responsible for identifying and recruiting potential applicants with outstanding academic ability and potential and assisting in the application process to completion.

Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment and Partnerships – Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment and Partnerships provides leadership for transfer recruitment, partnership development, and specialized student enrollment initiatives within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This position oversees transfer recruitment operations, supervises professional staff, and collaborates with campus and external partners to strengthen transfer pathways and support institutional enrollment goals.

Working collaboratively with the Associate Director of Regional Recruitment and Key Market Strategy, the Assistant Director serves as the subject matter expert for transfer recruitment by providing data-informed recommendations, identifying partnership and recruitment opportunities, and supporting the development and implementation of recruitment strategies for transfer, readmit, second-degree, and other specialized student populations. The position partners with Undergraduate Admissions leaders, team members, and campus partners to deliver coordinated recruitment, communication, processing, and engagement experiences that support transfer student success and institutional enrollment goals.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Master's degree; or will accept in substitution, a bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional experience in university admissions, student recruitment, or academic advising.
• Proficiency with higher education CRM software.
• Exceptional public speaking skills.
• A deep understanding of transfer articulation agreements.
• Position requires a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of the date of hire. A valid driver's license must be maintained as a condition of employment. Ability to rent vehicle.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Counseling, or a related field.
• Knowledge of post-secondary transfer credit practices.
• Professional experience to include transfer-centric roles. Strong project management skills.

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/TTC) or [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.