Transfer Admission Evaluator and Advisor (Student Services Professional ll)

Position Summary

Join Our Team as a Transfer Admission Evaluator and Advisor!

Are you passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals? San Diego State University (SDSU) is seeking a Transfer Admission Evaluator and Advisor to guide students in successfully transitioning from community colleges and universities. If you’re skilled in evaluating coursework and providing valuable support, this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Transfer Students: Assist students from community colleges and universities in navigating the transfer process to SDSU, providing guidance on meeting admissions requirements and preparing for a successful transfer.
• Course Evaluation: Assess students’ completed coursework to ensure it meets SDSU’s admission, general education, and lower-division major preparation requirements.
• Clear Communication: Communicate clearly and effectively with students, explaining recommendations, admissions decisions, and any necessary actions to help them move forward confidently.
• Process Planning and Organization: Collaborate in the planning and organization of all processes related to transfer admissions, ensuring a smooth experience for students and the admissions team.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Help students achieve their academic and career goals by guiding them through a pivotal step in their educational journey.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team dedicated to student success and educational excellence.
• Professional Growth: SDSU values professional development, offering opportunities to expand your skills and expertise in higher education and admissions.

Become part of a team where your work truly matters-apply today to join us in transforming the transfer experience at SDSU!

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

Enrollment Services consists of the Office of Admissions which communicates with prospective and new applicants to SDSU; the Office of the Registrar which serves current students, faculty, alumni, and community members; Class Schedule which allows students to search for courses; and Enrollment Services Communications which coordinates print and digital publications for Enrollment Services offices.

Enrollment Services is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). SDSU seeks to recruit and retain a diverse community of staff who will serve as role models for our diverse student community and who have a demonstrated commitment to the academic success of our students.

For more information regarding the Enrollment Services department, click here .

Education and Experience

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 below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Possession of the required knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two 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. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Key Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience interpreting and explaining policies in an academic or educational setting.
• Demonstrates experience reviewing college transcript information.
• Experience advising a diverse group of students across various educational backgrounds and institutions.
• Knowledge of a variety of academic disciplines’ course requirements and career paths.
• Knowledge of course structures, transfer policies, and certification processes in educational institutions.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Experience using a student information system is preferred.
• Experience in database tracking and management is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,841 per month.

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here .

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,841 - $6,884 per month.

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here .

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on November 14, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by November 13, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here .

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeplest at lpeeples@sdsu.edu .

Advertised: Oct 30 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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