Transfer Admissions Counselor- SSP II

California State University•East Bay Township, MI

173d•$5,083 - $7,228•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Admission processes and evaluates applications at the freshman, transfer, and graduate student levels focusing primarily on domestic U.S. residents. The office provides some support for the processing of International applications. The Office works closely with Cal State East Bay staff, faculty, and members of the community-at-large. Admission staff process applications and related documents, determine residency, render admission decisions, and proactively communicate with students in an accurate, timely and efficient manner. Under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Admission and supervising Associate/Assistant Directors, the Admission Counselor positions coordinate the processing, evaluation, and advising of applicants for assigned groups. Counselors must follow a wide and complex range of relevant policies when making final admissions decisions. The positions are also responsible for advising on Admission requirements, policies and procedures to various audiences including prospective students/applicants, high school/community college counselors, faculty and staff. Working with other East Bay offices, counselors also participate in the campus-wide effort to recruit prospective students as well as supporting the transition of admitted applicants to enrolled students.

Requirements

The equivalent of two (2) years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.
Experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth.
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field.
Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the program to which assigned; general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management.
General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.
Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.
Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements.
Obtain factual and interpretive information through interviews.
Reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data.
Advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required.
Recognize multicultural, multi-sexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment.
The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree in a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience.

Responsibilities

Process Transfer Student Applications: Obtain all required information to determine eligibility using electronically submitted application data and transcript information. Assess and interpret self-reported applicant information and academic records for determination of eligibility for admission. Independently solve problems with individual applications by obtaining additional information from applicants, counselors, faculty and staff. Interpret and apply policies to unusual cases and determine when to refer unusual cases to supervisors. Plan the processing and evaluation for an assigned portion of the total applicant pool prioritizing work for different terms of entry simultaneously. Verify admitted applicants' eligibility for enrollment.
Evaluate Academic Documents and make Final Admissions Decisions: Evaluate applications according to all applicable policies for CSU Eligibility and make final admissions decisions, including calculation of total college units, calculation of overall GPA and Required GE Courses. Evaluate individual college transcriptions for completion of transferable units, required GE Courses and GPA. Independently evaluate transfer credit for current and prospective applicants from test scores and/or accredited institutions. Interpret transcript information and update student records regarding University Writing Skills Requirement (UWSR) as appropriate. Independently assess completion of additional specific course requirements for impacted majors or special programs.
Advise students on admission requirements, policy and procedure: Advise prospective applicants regarding application processing and eligibility requirements. Communicate with applicant populations in individual and small group settings both on and off campus. Communicate admission requirements to educational counselors as needed. Counsel denied applicants regarding options and alternatives. Participate in campus events including Preview Day, Welcome Day, Orientation, and related activities. Identify potential candidates who would benefit from participation in special admission programs. Following general CSU and campus policies for the assignment of transfer credit, determine and advise on requirements outside of the major that transfer courses fulfill.