Transfer Admissions Counselor

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Employee Assistance Program

Prescription assistance

Job summary

Jacksonville State University seeks a Transfer Admissions Counselor to advise prospective students on college choices and the benefits of a JSU education within their territory. The role supports enrollment planning and serves as a primary contact for students, staff, and faculty, aiding the Associate Director in strategic initiatives.

Key duties include outreach at information sessions, college fairs, and campus events, plus building strong partnerships with high school counselors and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

Responsibilities

• Assist the Associate Director with recruitment and marketing at information sessions, college fairs, and campus events for prospective students.
• Develop and implement a marketing plan for the assigned territory to help achieve enrollment goals.
• Manage a geographic territory focused on transfer students and provide reports and feedback to admissions leadership.
• Conduct campus visits and respond to inquiries, providing information about programs and admissions requirements.
• Build relationships with school/college advisors and administrators to support recruitment efforts.
• Present to students and families about programs, admissions criteria, and financial aid.
• Collaborate with Admissions staff to resolve student issues and coordinate enrollment steps.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Department:

Undergraduate Admission

Work Hours:

10+ weeks of recruitment travel required in the Fall, with an additional 3 – 5 weeks in the Spring.

Anticipated Start Date:

October 15, 2026

Salary:

$40,000.00

Job Summary:

The Transfer Admissions Counselor advises and counsels prospective students about the college selection process and the benefits of a Jax State education in their geographical and admit-type territory. They also continuously represent the University in a positive professional manner. This position is responsible for assisting the Associate Director in the development and implementation of strategic enrollment planning for recruitment initiatives for Jax State. The position serves as the primary point of contact students and provides technical assistance and serves as a resource person for students, staff, and faculty.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists the Associate Director with all aspects of recruitment and marketing of Jacksonville State University at information sessions to qualifying prospective students, participating in student briefings, college fairs, visitation events, and on-campus events for undergraduate freshman, transfer, Dual Enrollment Students and other related activities/events that are designed to promote the University.
• In collaboration with the Associate Director, creates and implements an individual marketing plan to include knowledge of assigned territory history, area alumni, competitors, and factors of influence to assist the university in successfully achieving its educational mission.
• Manages a geographic territory of prospective students focused on transfer students and provides reports, updates, and feedback to the Associate Director and Director of Admissions related to recruitment activities within the territory.
• Visits schools and community events, and responds to routine inquiries, and disseminates information about the programs and services offered by Jax State.
• Maintains ongoing communication with prospective students and their families and provides admissions advising as needed.
• Develop strong professional relationships with college and community advisors and administrators
• Maximizes recruitment activities by presenting to potential students, parents and administrators about academic programs, admissions criteria and financial aid awarding to prospective students and families.
• Maintains ongoing awareness of role expectations and established enrollment goals, and performs duties focused on meeting those goals.
• Serves as a resource to students, families, faculty, and staff regarding Jax State admission families and follows-up with interested students through admission and enrollment.
• Works closely with Admissions processing staff to coordinate troubleshooting and resolution of individual student situations and issues.
• Participates in and assists with on-campus recruitment events (Preview Days, Admitted Student Days, etc.) and takes a greater role in planning transfer-related events.
• Proactively partners with various university departments and Assistant Director of Campus Visits to coordinate and conduct campus tours.
• Participates in professional development activities to stay abreast of emerging trends in the field.
• Serves on committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts required upon hire)

Employee Benefits:

JSU strives to provide great quality of life to our employees through an attractive, competitive benefits package for our full-time faculty and staff. These benefits enhance your salary as a JSU employee and are part of your total compensation package. Benefits include:

• Retirement Plans
  • Alabama Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
  • RSA-1 Deferred Compensation
  • 403-B Retirement Annuity (TIAA)
• Health Insurance
  • Medical (PEEHIP)
  • Optional plans: vision, dental, flexible spending plan, dependent care, cancer, and hospital indemnity
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Prescription assistance

For additional information regarding benefits, please visit our website.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.