Hybrid Transfer Programs Coordinator & Student Mentor

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Tuition benefits

Health benefits

Job summary

The NEXT STEP Dual Admission program at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Transfer Coordinator to manage the annual review, revision, and publication of Transfer Maps, and to facilitate programming for community college students in the NEXT STEP program.

You will provide one-on-one mentoring focused on academic and career development, support transition activities, and assist with educational and community-building events for NEXT STEP students once they arrive on campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Experience working with college students in a college or university setting, including admissions, curriculum development, advising, and/or programming experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time, provide clear direction, and establish priorities.
• Ability to work well with others throughout VCU and among transfer partner institutions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and Google applications, including presentations and spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual curriculum review process for NEXT STEP Transfer Maps (40%).
• Communicate with faculty and administrators in VCU programs and at partner schools about curriculum details and changes.
• Update the transfer maps on the website each spring.
• Collect and track student enrollment data including retention and graduation rates.
• Create and administer surveys to program participants, campus partners, and community college partners.
• Meet with students one-on-one and in small group mentoring sessions to assist with short- and long-term educational and professional goal-setting.
• Provide information about VCU resources, programs, and opportunities based on students’ goals and interests.
• Provide guidance on the transfer process for NEXT STEP.
• Assist with student outreach via monthly newsletters and targeted communications.
• Monitor the program email inbox and respond to inquiries from students.
• Plan and facilitate community-building events, including welcome events each semester and campus tours.
• Create and send surveys after events for program improvement.
• Collaborate with campus partners to offer in-person and virtual programming on topics like financial management, academic skills and career development.
• Plan and facilitate a pre-transition event before university orientation.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues across campus.
• Assist with programming and communication for first-semester students at VCU.
• Occasionally travel to partner schools to assist with recruitment events.

Skills

Communication skills

Oral and written communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

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Job description

The NEXT STEP Dual Admission program at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Transfer Coordinator to manage the annual review, revision, and publication of Transfer Maps, and to facilitate programming for community college students in the NEXT STEP program.

You will provide one-on-one mentoring focused on academic and career development, support transition activities, and assist with educational and community-building events for NEXT STEP students once they arrive on campus.