About Us:

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview:

Southwestern University has an immediate opening for an Assistant Director of Transfer Admission. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President of Admission. The Assistant Director of Transfer Admission is responsible for recruiting qualified transfer students who fit the mission and purpose of the university. This is a full-time exempt position eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.

Essential Duties:

• Implements a transfer recruitment plan to support annual enrollment objectives.
• Attends area community college and military transfer fairs, student organization meetings, Phi Theta Kappa regional or national conferences, etc.
• Coordinate activities that support recruitment effort, such as school presentations, on-campus transfer programming, etc.
• Foster ongoing relationships with established articulation agreement partners.
• Correspond with prospective transfer students and parents via email, phone or text.
• Conduct information sessions, personal interviews and unofficial transcript reviews.
• Review and evaluate applications for admission and scholarship.
• Review applications for readmission
• Coordinate admission communication campaigns and web updates to educate transfer students on the benefits of Southwestern and a liberal arts education.
• Manage partnerships across campus with offices that relate to transfer admission work (registrar, financial aid, housing)

Additional Duties:

• Participate in professional organizations (state and national).
• Serve on select university committees.
• Oversee work-study student(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in an undergraduate admission office, preferable at another national liberal arts college.
• Excellent communication skills. Proven ability to present confidently to diverse audiences and interact professionally with internal and external constituents.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and maintain professionalism in all situations.
• Demonstrated progressively responsible leadership experience including some supervisory of staff.
• Highly self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to group dynamics and department goals.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Availability to maintain a consistent work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and peak travel seasons as needed.
• Willingness and ability to travel using commercial and/or personal transportation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in computer skills like Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe products.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual fluency (verbal and written) in English and Spanish.
• Experience with Slate CRM system.
• Extensive knowledge of the University and programs offered.
• Event planning in a professional capacity.
• Knowledge of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
• Knowledge of transfer admission experience.

Starting annual salary: $45,338. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting salary.

Benefits:

Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and welfare insurance (medical, dental, and vision), life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability coverage, generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), various paid time-off options, undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking, and discounted meal rates, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/168565. Email and paper applications will not be accepted.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.

Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.

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