Associate Director of Transfer Partnerships

University of Mary Washington; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking an Associate Director of Transfer Partnerships to provide strategic leadership for transfer enrollment initiatives and to expand educational access through innovative partnerships with community colleges.

You will oversee the Eagle PATH transfer program, manage concurrent enrollment, joint advising, pathway programming, and student engagement, from initial interest to successful transfer and matriculation, while traveling across the

Qualifications

• Progressively responsible experience in higher education enrollment management, admissions, student recruitment, partnership development, or related field.
• Demonstrated success building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong strategic planning and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for transfer enrollment initiatives and innovative transfer partnerships.
• Serve as primary liaison to community college partners and stakeholders to strengthen transfer pathways.
• Lead Eagle PATH transfer partnership and oversee transfer enrollment pipelines and concurrent enrollment activities.
• Develop recruitment and yield strategies aligned with the University's Strategic Plan.
• Analyze enrollment data and market intelligence to guide decisions and continuous improvements.
• Represent the University at recruitment events and travel across the Commonwealth.

Skills

Transfer partnerships

Enrollment management

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Associate Director of Transfer Partnerships provides strategic leadership for the University’s transfer enrollment initiatives through the development, implementation, and management of innovative transfer partnerships that expand educational access and advance institutional enrollment goals. Serving as the University’s primary liaison to community college partners, the Associate Director cultivates collaborative relationships with institutional leadership, faculty, advisors, and community stakeholders to strengthen transfer pathways, improve student success, and increase enrollment.

The Associate Director leads the University’s Eagle PATH transfer partnership and oversees the development and management of transfer enrollment pipelines, including concurrent enrollment initiatives, joint advising, pathway programming, and student engagement strategies that support students from initial interest through successful transfer and matriculation. Working across academic and administrative divisions, the Associate Director develops comprehensive enrollment strategies, identifies opportunities for partnership expansion, and implements recruitment and yield initiatives aligned with the University’s Strategic Plan.

The role utilizes enrollment analytics, market intelligence, and performance metrics to evaluate partnership effectiveness, guide strategic decision-making, and recommend continuous improvements. As a senior representative of the University, the Associate Director promotes UMW throughout the Commonwealth by building sustainable partnerships and representing the University at recruitment and outreach events. Regular travel throughout the Commonwealth, including occasional evenings and weekends, is required.

Required KSAs/Competencies/Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of transfer admissions, enrollment management, and higher education partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strategic planning and project management skills
• Proficiency in analyzing enrollment data to inform decision-making
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives while working independently

Required Experience

Progressively responsible experience in higher education enrollment management, admissions, student recruitment, partnership development, or a related field, with demonstrated success developing collaborative relationships, managing strategic initiatives, and analyzing enrollment data.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a related field.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience, up to $75,000.