Transfer Admissions Specialist

Position Summary:

The Transfer Admissions Specialist is responsible for supporting the Office of Admissions in identifying, attracting, and enrolling diverse and well-qualified students who have already earned college credits post-high school. The Transfer Admissions Specialist acts as the university’s representative for all aspects of the admissions operation both on and off campus in his/her work.

The Transfer Admissions Specialist reports to the Associate Director of Admissions and is a member of the Admissions team within the department of Enrollment Management.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two (2) years of professional experience in areas related to recruitment/admissions, communications, marketing/sales and/or student services (e.g. Financial Aid, Student Affairs).

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference for professional experience in higher education setting. Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Job Duties:

•  Duties and Responsibilities: Demonstrate an attitude and behavior that reflects the values and mission of the department and University.
  • Recruitment:
    • Serve as primary information source and contact for prospective transfer students by providing a high level of personalized service to inquiries and applicants.
    • Educates prospective transfer students about admission policies and procedures as well as financial aid program and scholarship opportunity information.
    • Works closely with academic advisors in assisting applicants in determining the transferability of college credits and with degree-planning questions.
    • Develops and implements various student recruitment and marketing programs designed to recruit targeted prospective transfer students through collaboration with both internal departments and external organizations.
    • Serves as a representative of the university by making presentations on and off campus at a variety of functions, conferences, workshops, etc.
  • Application, Evaluation, and Admissions:
    • Ensures transfer applicants have supplied all required information to complete the application process including documentation from previously attended high schools and institutions,
    • Coordinates with other schools as needed to collect all necessary academic materials; compiles application documents using Slate, Salesforce EnrollmentRX, Liason WebAdmit, and Banner, and reviews open files to facilitate completion.
    • Evaluates credentials submitted by transfer student applicants, including review of application, admission essay, official transcripts, etc. to determine whether or not a student exhibits potential for success at Oklahoma City University and will add to the quality of the academic environment; thoroughly reviews applications and makes admissions decisions based on completed transfer applications.
    • Supports specialized application processes such as transfer nursing, Duncan nursing program, transfer collegiate athletes, transfer performing arts, and transfer students with military benefits.
    • Coordinates special admissions evaluation processes including applications that indicate a student has been disciplined or has a criminal history to work closely with Student Affairs to investigate the matter and then present the findings to the Admissions Committee for consideration.
  • Support Undergraduate, Graduate and International Admissions and Enrollment Management standards, goals, projects, and initiatives:
    • Maintain professional office hours during the day, and when appropriate, evenings and weekends to maximize personal communication with students, parents, and counselors.
    • Provide support and planning for Admissions events, projects, initiatives, etc. as assigned.
    • Participate in long range planning by serving as a part of university strategic planning bodies
    • Participate in short range departmental planning by offering recommendations for departmental functions and goals.
    • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the trends, regulations, and other factors that affect admissions and recruitment activities.
    • Anticipate and investigate competitive products and services and make recommendations for distinguishing Oklahoma City University from the competitive marketplace.
    • Participate in development of university publications, student handbooks, etc. outlining academic services and university policies.