Transfer Coordinator, Dual Admissions

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

Ellucian Banner

EAB Navigate

Job description

Advertising Summary

The NEXT STEP Dual Admission program is recruiting for a Transfer Coordinator to join our team! The Transfer Coordinator manages the annual process of reviewing, revising, and publishing the Transfer Maps; facilitates programming for community college students who are in the NEXT STEP program; provides one-on-one mentoring with an emphasis on academic and career development along with general transition support; and assists educational and community-building events for NEXT STEP students once they are at VCU.

Unit

Office of Strategic Enrollment Management

Department

Strategic Enrollment Management Special Programs

Department Summary

The NEXT STEP Dual Admission program is recruiting for a Transfer Coordinator to join our team! The Transfer Coordinator manages the annual process of reviewing, revising, and publishing the Transfer Maps; facilitates programming for community college students who are in the NEXT STEP program; provides one-on-one mentoring with an emphasis on academic and career development along with general transition support; and assists educational and community-building events for NEXT STEP students once they are at VCU.

Duties & Responsibilities

The NEXT STEP Dual Admission program is recruiting for a Transfer Coordinator to join our team! The Transfer Coordinator manages the annual process of reviewing, revising, and publishing the Transfer Maps; facilitates programming for community college students who are in the NEXT STEP program; provides one-on-one mentoring with an emphasis on academic and career development along with general transition support; and assists educational and community-building events for NEXT STEP students once they are at VCU.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage the annual curriculum review process for NEXT STEP Transfer Maps (40%)
  • Serve as lead for reviewing and revising existing transfer maps and initiating new transfer maps
  • Communicate with faculty and administrators in VCU programs and at our 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
• Provide mentorship and transition support for community college students in NEXT STEP (25%):
  • Meet with students one-on-one and in small group mentoring sessions to assist them 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 to students based on their major, interests, and intended transfer term
  • Monitor the program email inbox and respond to inquiries from students
• Programming and events for community college students in NEXT STEP (25%):
  • Plan and facilitate community-building events, including a welcome event each semester and monthly campus tours, for community college students in the program
  • Create and send surveys after events to use for program improvement and to tailor future events to needs of students
  • Collaborate with VCU campus partners to offer in-person and virtual programming to students on topics like financial management, academic skills and career development
  • Plan and facilitate a pre-transition event held before university orientation
• Other duties as assigned (10%)
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues across campus who can serve as partners in creating programming and providing resources for NEXT STEP students
  • Assist with programming and communication to support students in their first semester at VCU
  • Occasionally travel to NEXT STEP partner schools including Reynolds and Brightpoint community colleges and Richard Bland College to assist with recruitment events

Qualifications

Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Three or more years of experience working with college students in a college or university setting, including admissions, curriculum development, advising, and/or programming experience.
• Experience working with transfer students or students transitioning to VCU from another institution.
• Knowledge of VCU.
• Experience with curriculum development in a higher education environment.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner and EAB Navigate.

Other Position Details

• This is a restricted position currently funded for one year. Continued employment is dependent upon availability of funding.
• This position allows for a hybrid work schedule up to 40% and has occasional evening and weekend responsibilities. Occasional local travel may be required.

Salary Range

$50,000

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

Restricted Position

Yes

ORP Eligible

No

Flexible Work Arrangement

Hybrid

University Job Title

35214N - Sr Student Advisor SS 1

This job posting is scheduled to close on September 23, 2026 at 11:55 pm.