Admissions Counselor II - Transfer

Job Title

Admissions Counselor II - Transfer

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Undergraduate Admissions

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,318.75 monthly

Job Location

Dallas, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. 

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). 
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu

SUMMARY:

The Admissions Counselor II –Transfer has the responsibility of identifying, recruiting, and contributing to the increase in undergraduate admissions and enrollment at East Texas A&M University within the DFW area. Participates in all aspects of recruitment for all undergraduate prospective students and serves as an advocate for prospective students and parents. Assists with the creation of relationships with school’s counselors, community college academic advisors, academic leaders and student services staff to promote East Texas A&M University as the University of Choice. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates the development of potential recruitment programs and activities with prospective partners to enhance relations, university brand and recruitment opportunities with these groups.
• Presents and communicates information to public and private high school counselors, junior/community college transfer advisors and all students about University major/degree options and general core requirements for all majors.  Provides information about specific degree requirements, financial aid, and social/community/honors opportunities for freshmen and transfer students. 
• Replies to phone calls, and all other correspondence from prospective students, concerning admission requirements and any other general information pertaining to A&M-Commerce and the Undergraduate Admission program.
• Participates in educational guidance activities, conferences with students and officials from high schools, community colleges and other universities (local counselor conferences, Mane Event Preview Day, Counselor Updates, Transfer Workshops, etc.).
• Keeps abreast of current information about academic programs and related student services opportunities used to guide the student through the enrollment process.
• Communicates competently to all students, school and college counselors/advisors information about the Texas Uniform Core Curriculum and the Texas Common Course Numbering System and their respective roles in articulation and course equivalencies.
• Assists in the maintenance and evaluation of freshmen and transfer enrollment statistics (e.g. comparative enrollment information), in particular minority student recruitment/enrollment data.
• Participates with staff in scheduling and conducting recruitment visits and special campus events for all partners and prospective students.
• Advises students in the areas of federal, state and university policies/procedures.
• Collaborates with university faculty, staff and students to build and share knowledge to enhance outreach and recruitment efforts