Transfer Coordinator - UAPS (Hybrid)

Transfer Coordinator - UAPS (Hybrid)

Hiring Department: Academic Programs and Services

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1028877

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM (TBD)

Shift: Days

# of Positions: 1

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Posting Close Date: 2/26/2025

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - 65,000.00 / Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

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Coordinate system-wide transfer student initiatives, provide support for multiple System Office annual recruiting events, and other policy and project-based work in support of University Academic Programs and Services and the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. In-state travel will be required throughout the year and on occasional weekends and evenings.

System Office jobs such as this one are not eligible for the Referral Program. Sponsorship for Work authorization is not available for this position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in execution of the System Office's transfer initiatives portfolio and contribute to the evolution of the program. Work with university representatives, community college partners, and other stakeholders on the implementation of program guidelines.
• Provide outreach support for the 'The U of I System Transfer Guarantee' through events and special programming, community college site visits, social media/website presence, and other mediums.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of several key events throughout the year, including but not limited to U of I System Transfer Guarantee Information Sessions, Community College Partnership Visits, and Transfer Exploration Nights.
• Travel offsite regularly throughout the year to engage with and support community college partners and prospective students/families via individual community college site visits, statewide Transfer Coordinators meeting, and other events.
• Utilize existing statewide and systemwide data to analyze community college territory to plan outreach events and travel
• Facilitate and coordinate communication with System Office and university staff on topics related to transfer initiative; participate in the UI Transfer Advisory Group that meets bi-monthly
• Serve as the primary liaison with one of the three universities and undergo cross-training across the system to ensure seamless coordination and integration of transfer processes, while fostering effective communication and collaboration across all institutions.

Support the One Million Degrees initiative:

• Serve as liaison between assigned IL community college participant and assigned University of Illinois System university
• Guide the evolution of the program in its pilot stage and beyond

Scholar Engagement & Caseload Management:

• Provide case management to student participants in the program, serving as a navigator to university resources to students preparing to transfer into a University of Illinois System university
• Build rapport with Scholars and continuously engage and encourage them toward successful completion of OMD program expectations, requirements and academic milestones
• Support student participation in OMD and partner programs

Partner Engagement & Collaboration:

• Build relationships with campus stakeholders (at both the community college and university) by attending campus programming and meeting with student services staff to leverage and strengthen Scholars' networks of support
• Connect scholars to college and community resources
• Lead and support the recruitment of volunteers coaches, coordinating with campus and community college partners
• Serve as a representative on one of the OMD Pilot Teams and attend relevant meetings

Data Collection & Analysis

• Track scholar progress, service usage, and key deliverables

Curriculum Facilitation:

• Co-plan and execute culturally competent scholar engagement events including but not limited to Professional Development sessions and workforce/career development events -Implement high quality, engaging programming aimed at building Scholar community and supporting comprehensive skill development

Recruitment Support:

• Collaborate with the community college partner's recruitment and admissions team to promote the initiative and assist in meeting program goals and targets
• Provide additional support for initiatives, programs, and projects under the UAPS and EVP/VPAA umbrellas.
• Other related responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training, and/or work experience in the area of higher education in a state community college and/or four-year university in admissions, recruitment, advising, or a related field.

(Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Three years' experience working in higher education, particularly in Illinois at a community college and/or four-year public university in admissions, recruitment, advising, or a related field.
• Experience in project management and event planning in higher education
• Reside in or near assigned outreach territory

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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