Transfer Specialist (Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences BS Program - College of Medicine)

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences (IMS) BS Program at Florida State University seeks an experienced academic advisor to support transfer students from admission to graduation. You will guide scheduling, policy interpretation, and major mapping within the IMS framework.

Responsibilities include organizing workshops, coordinating with Admissions for MAP status, assisting with transfer credit evaluation, and advising prospective IMS students and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience, or six years of postsecondary education and experience.
• Strong communication and advising skills.
• Ability to interpret policies and map degree requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising for IMS transfer students from admission to graduation.
• Develop and implement student schedules aligned with goals and program requirements.
• Organize workshops and orientation sessions for transfer students.
• Coordinate admissions, MAP status, and transfer credit evaluation.
• Map degree requirements and assist with major changes into IMS majors.
• Meet prospective IMS students and families; attend committee meetings.
• Assist with MAP registration hold process and policy recommendations.

Skills

Academic advising

Policy interpretation

Workshop facilitation

Student mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences BS Program - College of Medicine

Responsibilities

Provides individual academic advising and interprets policies for undergraduate Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences (IMS) transfer students from admission to graduation. Assists transfer students in the development and implementation of their academic schedules consistent with their educational goals and program requirements.

Creates, organizes, and facilitates workshops for transfer students to foster better acclimation to student life at FSU. Organizes transfer student orientation and advising sessions for IMS. Coordinates the IMS Program transfer student admissions working closely with the FSU Office of Admissions. Reviews transfer and readmission applications for the unit, determines excess credit, and MAP status at the appropriate term, coordinates decision with Admissions, and enters MAP term data into appropriate database. Coordinates the evaluation of transfer credit for major requirements and enters into appropriate database.

Works closely with academic departments, and other advising units within Undergraduate Studies to assist students in changing their major into one of the IMS majors. Reviews student records to ensure student is on track with mapping milestones. Evaluates Placement Form to determine appropriate seminar placement. Serves as the prospective transfer student contact for the IMS Program.

Assists department with the MAP registration hold process. Assists students in determining their eligibility in the program by mapping out their academic schedules. Assists the Program Manager to develop and maintain the mapping system as it appears to transfer students. Assists the IMS Program Manager with certifications, Academic Requirement Reports, and freshman orientation.

Attends prospective student events. Interprets University, SUS, and statewide policies and recommends policy within the assigned academic unit to effectively manage the degree mapping system within established guidelines. Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of system and recommends changes as necessary. Meets with prospective IMS students and their families to answer questions regarding the IMS Program majors. Attends Mapping Coordinator Committee Meetings as requested. Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)

Contact Info

Ann DelRossi

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.