General Information
| Job Description | ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 2 | Working Title | Transfer Admissions Counselor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 004508 | Grade | 19 |
| Department Name | Undergraduate Admissions - D01180 | Department Head | Alex Ruiz |
| Supervisor | Jessica Verazas | Effective Date |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
|---|
Generic Scope
| Professional who applies acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete substantive assignments/projects/tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action. |
Custom Scope
| Applies skills as a recruitment and/or admissions professional, provides substantive information on student programs for the organization or in college/school/department. Performs recruitment activities. Evaluates and makes determinations regarding applications for admission using established guidelines. |
Department Custom Scope
| Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, organize and administer motivational and informational programs throughout California aimed at increasing UCR enrollment of transfer students from community colleges and a limited number of high schools. Responsible for all phases of eligibility evaluation of transfer and a limited number of freshman applicants based on self-reported information, official transcripts, and other pertinent documents. As an official representative of the University, is available to prospective and admitted students, their families, the campus community, and the general public to interpret, enforce, and explain University policies and regulations. Represents Undergraduate Admissions and the University at workshops, counselor conferences, college fairs, community college visits, and a variety of on and off-campus yield events. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 2 - 4 years of related experience. | Required |
| Demonstrated experience working with a Student Information system. | Preferred |
| Demonstrated experience working with an on-line application evaluation tool. | Preferred |
| Demonstrated undergraduate experience in: a) recruitment of prospective students; b) evaluating applications, transcripts, and supplemental documentation; and c) making admissions decisions on prospective applicants, to include full consideration of academic records and subjective criteria. | Required |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Drivers License | Required |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
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Educational Condition Requirements
| Condition | Requirement |
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Provides information about higher education generally and UC specifically one-on-one and to groups. | 20 |
| Provides substantive information on admissions requirements, school/college programs and curricula, financial aid, housing, and career opportunities. | 20 |
| Review and evaluate final official transcripts in order to complete files of transfer students who have indicated intent to enroll in the UC Riverside campus. | 15 |
| Serves as liaison between students, parents, college/universities, community agencies, and UC college/school/department. | 5 |
| Exercises professional judgment in reviewing, evaluating, and recommending applicants for admission using established guidelines. | 5 |
| Consults with experienced level staff or faculty when reviewing more complex applications. | 5 |
| Responds to inquiries from prospective students regarding entrance requirements, application procedures, financial aid availability, housing alternatives, etc. | 5 |
| Performs recruitment activities, including writing or editing materials, and representing the school/college/department at admissions events and other forums. | 5 |
| Under direction and guidance, implements aspects of events to enhance recruitment and yield. | 5 |
| Assist in developing and implementing strategies to increase the applications and enrollment numbers of high achieving high transfer students to the University of California, Riverside. May drive university vehicle to and from events. | 5 |
| Work as part of a team in the planning and organization of strategies to meet unit needs to include participation in committees and ongoing evaluation development projects. | 5 |
| Review state, county and district educational data, UC enrollment figures and UCR recruitment reports to help analyze the list of recruitment sites and resource personnel. | 5 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. | Required |
| Skill in listening, anticipating, and responding to the needs of customers to achieve excellent customer service measured by outcomes rather than activities. | Required |
| Ability to effectively manage a large volume of undergraduate admissions applications and multiple programs in a timely manner while maintaining confidentiality at all times. | Required |
| Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations and other institutions. | Required |
| Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population. | Required |
| Skill in organizing and setting priorities that accurately reflect the importance of the job responsibilities. | Required |
| Working knowledge of admissions requirements for campus/school/college. | Required |
| Skill in analyzing information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to identify relevant concerns, identify patterns or tendencies, formulate logical and objective conclusions. | Required |
| Working knowledge of UC, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to prospective applicants and the public. | Preferred |
| Working knowledge of academic programs, including curricula, admissions requirements, and financial aid programs at UC. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
| Overtime | Required |
| Travel | Required |
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Level of Supervision Received
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Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
Other Requirements
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |