Assistant Directorof Transfer Admissions and Credit Evaluation

Transylvania University a private liberal arts college invites applications for its next Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Credit Evaluation. Reporting to the Director of Admissions the Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Credit Evaluation is a key member of the Admissions team responsible for overseeing transfer student recruitment and evaluating transfer and advancedstanding credit. This role supports prospective students through the full admissions cycle recruitment application support credit evaluation and enrollmentwhile collaborating closely with departments across campus to ensure an efficient and welcoming experience.

Essential Duties

Transfer Recruitment and Enrollment Strategy

• Collaborate with the Director of Admissions to develop and manage strategic initiatives to recruit and enroll transfer students.

• Proactively identify opportunities for transfer growth including expanding community college partnerships and optimizing recruitment outreach.

• Work to ensure a seamless and hightouch experience for prospective transfer students throughout the recruitment and enrollment process.

Student Advising and Communication

• Serve as the primary contact for prospective transfer students advising them via inperson appointments phone text and email.

• Provide clear accurate information about admissions requirements deadlines application requirements and transferspecific processes.

• Guide students through submitting official transcripts from all institutions attended standardized test scores (if applicable) and other required documentation.

Credit Evaluation and Academic Record Review

• Review interpret and evaluate academic transcripts to determine credit transferability and alignment with Transylvania degree programs.

• Understands transfer credit articulation and required prerequisite course information.

• Process and verify transfer and advanced standing credits in the institutional student information system.

• Ensure evaluations meet academic standards and graduation requirements.

• Recommend improvements to processes using available technologies.

Collaboration and Campus Partnerships

• Coordinate with internal departments such as Athletics the Registrar Financial Aid and academic departments to facilitate timely application review and credit evaluation.

• Serve as the subject matter expert on transfer and credit evaluation policies and help educate campus stakeholders.

• Support crossfunctional initiatives aimed at improving the transfer student experience and operational efficiency.

Outreach and Representation

• Responsible for ensuring all partnerships processes and initiatives comply with the university state and federal regulations.

• Represent Transylvania University at a variety of recruitment events including open houses transfer fairs counselor information sessions and student orientation programs.

• Deliver compelling presentations on the admissions and transfer process to small and large groups both on and offcampus including community colleges.

• Serves as a professional ambassador for the University at recruitment events and strategic enrollment engagements.

Secondary Duties:

• Assist with general admissions responsibilities as needed

• Perform duties as assigned by the Director of Admissions

Located in the heart of downtown Lexington Kentucky Transylvania University features a personalized approach to undergraduate education through 46 liberal arts majors. Founded in 1780 it is the 16th oldest institution of higher learning in the country with approximately 1000 students.

Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and recognizes the value of historically excluded and underrepresented backgrounds perspectives and experiences that enrich the universitys environment for colleagues and students alike. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of the university community and encourage all who are interested to apply.

To begin the application process submit your cover letter to the attention of Julie Sams Director of Admissions stating your qualifications and interest and clicking the Apply For This Position button below. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.