Transfer and Dual Enrollment Advisor

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a Transfer and Dual Enrollment Advisor to join the Transfer Center. The role provides advising, transfer credit evaluation, referrals, and transition support for transfer and dual enrollment students, from pre-admission to graduation, in collaboration with other advising units.

The position emphasizes coordinating the Dual Enrollment program, maintaining partnerships with school divisions and external partners, and supporting ongoing student success

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience advising and/or programming for college students in a university setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across units to support student success.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google applications; data management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and post transfer credits in accordance with university policies.
• Advise transfer and dual enrollment students in person, by phone, and online.
• Coordinate dual enrollment applications, registrations, and onboarding with Admissions and Registrar.
• Provide transition support and referrals to appropriate campus resources.
• Support department initiatives and program development as needed.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Data-entry accuracy

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Unit:Office of Strategic Enrollment Management

Department: SEM Summer Studies & Special Program

Department Summary: The Transfer Center is recruiting for a Transfer and Dual Enrollment Advisor to join our team! This role will provide advising services, transfer credit evaluations, referrals, and transition support to transfer students, dual enrollment students, and non-transfer students with transfer credit. Services are provided to undergraduate students from pre-admission through graduation in coordination with other advising units to facilitate their matriculation and persistence at VCU.

Core Responsibilities:

Evaluate and post transfer credits (30%):

• Evaluate and articulate incoming transfer credits in accordance with university transfer policies and guidelines.
• Enter approved transfer credits to students’ records in accordance with University policies and guidelines and practice routine data accuracy verification.

Advise prospective and current transfer students (30%):

• Provide advising support in person, by phone, by virtual meeting, and via email to prospective and current transfer students on degree requirements, course recommendations, and other questions.
• Evaluate prospective student transcripts and determine how prior coursework applies to degree requirements.
• Effectively communicate transfer credit evaluation and course recommendations to prospective students.
• Maintain communication with academic departments in order to understand degree requirements and provide accurate degree program information to prospective students and transition support to admitted transfer students.
• Provide transition assistance through advising and programming services to incoming transfer students.
• Understand university resources to accurately refer students to appropriate departmental offices, faculty, and support services for help with academic and personal needs.

Coordinate VCU dual enrollment program (30%)

• Coordinate Dual Enrollment Applications, registrations, and onboarding processes with Admissions and the Registrar
• Serve as primary contact for school divisions, university operational offices, and community partners involved in dual enrollment
• Monitor enrollment, student outcomes, and program impact
• Provide advising and enrollment assistance for dual enrollment students, parents, and school partners
• Assist with professional development/orientation sessions for high school students at partnering schools
• Meet with parents, students and school counselors at the high school or on campus to assist with program placing students and monitoring program progress.

Other duties (10%):

• Assist with other Transfer Center initiatives as needed.
• Assist with division initiatives as needed.

Other Position Details:

• This is a restricted position currently funded for one year. Continued employment is dependent upon continued funding availability.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule and has occasional evening and weekend responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience working with college students in a college or university setting, including admissions, advising, and/or programming experience.
• Experience collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders and working with people at all levels within an organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others throughout VCU and among transfer partner institutions. Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills with evidence of managing multiple projects simultaneously, implementing effective tracking methods, and providing leadership for new initiatives.
• Excellent organizational 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to design and implement programs tailored to high school students.
• In-progress or completed Master’s degree.
• Experience working with college students in transition.
• Knowledge of VCU and VCU admission policies.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner.

Salary Range:Up to $47,000

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status:Exempt
Hours per Week:40

Restricted Position:Yes

ORP Eligible:No

Flexible Work Arrangement:Hybrid

University Job Title:93521 - Open

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Whitney Carswell

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Posting Opens: 10/20/2026

Posting Closes: 10/27/2026 at 11:55PM