International Transfer Admissions Counselor

Seattle University Electrical and Computer Engineering•Seattle, WA

1d•$52,000 - $53,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The International Transfer Admissions Counselor joins Seattle University’s undergraduate admissions team to represent the University’s academic and co-curricular opportunities to prospective transfer students, their families and supporters, and the transfer advising community. The position primarily serves transfer students, with an additional strategic focus on international transfer students. The counseling team also supports prospective First-Year, Transfer, Arts, Pre-College, and Post-Baccalaureate students through email and phone communication, appointments, events, and other outreach programs. The role manages recruitment activities, reviews applications and makes initial admission recommendations, supports international transfer admissions and I-20 issuance as a Designated School Official (DSO), and participates in admissions events. It includes approximately 10 to 12 weeks of in-state and out-of-state travel, most of it in the greater Puget Sound Region, as well as required evening and weekend work, especially during fall and spring. The position is hybrid-work eligible; a hybrid schedule may be available after a 3–6 month introductory period, with the role typically beginning fully on campus for onboarding and training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
At least 1 year of professional work experience, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job duties successfully.
Well-developed organizational skills and attention to detail.
Confidence speaking to large and small groups.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to supporting diverse student populations.
Experience with or connection to international education or work.
Ability and willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak, write, and read Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Mandarin, Tagalog, Amharic, or Tigrinya, with interest in using those skills to serve prospective students and families during the college search process.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and federal and state privacy laws.
Experience using an ERP and CRM, specifically Workday and Technolutions Slate CRM.
Experience working with diverse young adult and youth populations.
Experience working with international students, such as in an international student center, immigration support, study abroad, or international admissions.

Responsibilities

Provide information about University academic opportunities to prospective students, families, counselors, advisors, and other stakeholders through presentations, emails, calls, and one-on-one conversations.
Plan, develop, and implement on- and off-campus recruitment travel and activities.
Conduct regular outreach to international centers at community colleges and plan recruitment events specifically for international students.
Meet with prospective adult and traditional-aged college students through community college visits, fairs, campus appointments, information sessions, and workshops.
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to meet undergraduate enrollment goals.
Participate in efforts and working groups to make higher education more accessible, equitable, and inclusive.
Review and evaluate applications and provide initial undergraduate admission recommendations based on University criteria and artistic standards where applicable.
Monitor international students’ submitted materials for I-20 issuance, conduct outreach about missing materials, and provide updates to leadership team members.
Serve as a Designated School Official and issue initial I-20s for incoming international students; partner with the International Student and Scholar Center and participate in regular DSO trainings.
Participate in the undergraduate international admissions group and support international functions in collaboration with the Senior Assistant Director for International Recruitment.
Support and actively participate in programs and events for prospective students, families, community organizations, college counselors, and advisors; attend major events such as preview days and admitted student days.
Manage assigned project areas throughout the year and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees.
Life and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Up to a 10% employer contribution toward retirement benefits, including a 5% nonelective contribution and dollar-for-dollar matching of voluntary contributions up to an additional 5%.
100% paid tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
Subsidized transportation benefit.
Wellness program with free access to an on-site fitness facility.
Campus events.
Generous holiday schedule, including a paid December holiday break closure.
Vacation and paid sick leave.
Paid community service leave.