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Admissions Counselor/Recruiter for Transfer Students

University of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2025
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Closing Date:
04/08/2025

Type of Position:
Professional Staff (Non-Classified)

Workstudy Position:
No

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:
No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
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Department:
Admissions

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Admissions Counselor/Recruiter for Transfer Students plays a critical role in executing the University’s recruitment efforts, with a particular focus on attracting non-traditional students and transfer students from community colleges and other post-secondary institutions. This position requires dynamic relationship building, strategic communication, and travel to community colleges and other potential feeder institutions. It is enrollment-focused, and achieving transfer enrollment targets is a key performance indicator. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience:
  • A bachelor’s degree;
  • At least two (2) years of experience in admissions/recruitment, customer service, marketing, or a related field.
Preferred Education and Experience :
  • Direct experience working with or recruiting transfer students;
  • Familiarity with transfer credit evaluation and articulation agreements.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain relationships with community colleges to cultivate strong recruitment pipelines, including articulations and transfer-friendly partnerships;
  • Visit community colleges and attend transfer fairs to recruit prospective transfer students, deliver presentations, and meet with students and advisors;
  • Engage with prospective transfer students through email, phone, text, social media, and in-person meetings to provide critical information regarding transfer credit evaluation, important dates and deadlines, missing credentials, and the enrollment process;
  • Plan, organize, and participate in on-campus and off-campus transfer-specific recruitment events, including transfer information sessions and orientation activities;
  • Establish and strengthen partnerships within the local and regional community to increase awareness of transfer pathways and ensure a positive transfer student experience;
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative transfer recruitment strategies and projects, including digital campaigns and targeted outreach to adult learners;
  • Collaborate with campus departments (e.g., academic advising, financial aid, registrar’s office) to coordinate recruitment activities and ensure a seamless transition for transfer students;
  • Track and report transfer recruitment activities to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement;
  • Assist prospective transfer students and visitors with navigating the application process, financial aid, and the student information system, specifically focusing on credit transfer and degree completion pathways;
  • Provide prospective transfer students and visitors with comprehensive information about admissions requirements and undergraduate programs of study, ensuring clarity about how previous credits apply to their chosen majors;
  • Conduct campus tours tailored to transfer students, highlighting resources such as transfer advising, academic support services, and student life opportunities;
  • Perform data entry and review incoming transcripts, test scores, and other relevant credentials to uphold admission standards and evaluate transfer credit;
  • Evaluate transfer student applications to determine admissibility and render admission decisions in alignment with university and program-specific transfer policies;
  • Use online resources to verify accreditation of colleges attended by transfer applicants and confirm enrollment at prior institutions;
  • Serve as an essential employee during campus closures, working on-campus or remotely, as required by the employee's supervisor, to ensure continuity of necessary services;
  • Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the transfer recruitment and admissions process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the transfer enrollment process, including transcript evaluation, articulation agreements, and equivalency guides;
  • Proficiency in managing and analyzing data files while utilizing a centralized administrative system;
  • Ability to read maps, provide accurate directions, and navigate unfamiliar locations effectively;
  • Proficiency with internet and standard office technology tools (e.g., email, internet search engines, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access);
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and documents simultaneously;
  • Ability to maintain well-organized working files and accurate documentation for assigned projects;
  • Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required;
  • Demonstrated ability to self-initiate and complete project tasks with minimal supervision;
  • Exceptional communication skills (oral and written), with the ability to effectively engage with non-technical users and provide clear explanations;
  • Excellent public speaking and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences—including community college faculty, staff, and prospective transfer students;
  • Ability to create concise reports or narratives that analyze and interpret data, explaining its relevance to specific recruitment strategies;
  • Valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle safely;
  • Willingness and ability to travel in-state and out-of-state, including overnight stays, as part of transfer recruitment responsibilities.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:
$45,888

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:
Jeremy Laxton, Undergraduate Recruitment Manager, jelaxton@ualr.edu,
Becca Davis, Transfer Student Coordinator, rxdavis2@ualr.edu,
Wendy Johnson, Director of Finance, wrjohnson@ualr.edu,
Georgette Walker, Assistant Director of Finance, gdwalker@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Driving, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Salary : $45,888

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