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Job Description ADMISSIONS RECRMT SPEC 2 Working Title Transfer Admissions Counselor
Job Code 004508 Grade 19
Department Name Undergraduate Admissions - D01180 Department Head
Supervisor Effective Date 02/05/2020
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

License Requirements

Certification Requirements
Certification Requirement

Educational Condition Requirements
Condition Requirement

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
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
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
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
Knowledge and experience working with a diverse student population. 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
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with schools, universities, community organizations and other institutions. Required
Working knowledge of admissions requirements for campus/school/college. Required
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Required
Skill in analyzing information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to identify relevant concerns, identify patterns or tendencies, formulate logical and objective conclusions. Required
Skill in listening, anticipating, and responding to the needs of customers to achieve excellent customer service measured by outcomes rather than activities. Required
Skill in organizing and setting priorities that accurately reflect the importance of the job responsibilities. 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
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

Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Condition Requirement

Other Special Requirements & Conditions
  • Valid Drivers License
  • Overtime
  • Travel
  • Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours

Level of Supervision Received
Supervision

Environment

Working Environment
Campus

Other Requirements

Items Used
  • Standard Office Equipment

Physical Requirements
  • Bend : NA
  • Sit : Frequently
  • Squat : NA
  • Stand : Frequently
  • Crawl : NA
  • Walk : Frequently
  • Climb : NA

Mental Requirements
  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Frequently
  • Perform Calculations : Frequently
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Frequently

Environmental Requirements
  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: No

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