Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID:
14035
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One
research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic
transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through
research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness
the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic
development and the commercialization of intellectual property – for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top
Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified
institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly
impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate
and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address
the evolving needs of the region.
Posting End Date: Open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department,
this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range:
Up to $43,000- $45,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.
Hours: up to 40 hours
per week, non-exempt.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume is required.
- Cover letter is
required.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
The Transfer Specialist I will provide outreach,
information, advice and counseling regarding the admissions and student services offered for transfer students at UTSA. This position is
located in San Antonio and will serve as the primary contact for students interested in transferring to UTSA. Helps manage recruitment and
training programs offered to students and advisors.
Core Responsibilities
- Counsels prospective transfer
students regarding admission procedures, transfer credit, university policies, financial aid process, scholarships, program requirements,
registration, and available student support services. - Travels to community colleges and other learning institutions to recruit
prospective transfer students from assigned territory and other areas across the region/state. - Maintains a high level of working
knowledge of university information, organizations, opportunities and policies. - Performs individual and group presentations
providing information on undergraduate programs and services. - Advises students on transfer plans and joint admission agreements.
Develops, implements, and maintains strategies of the transfer student recruitment plan. - Provides preliminary academic advising,
transcript evaluation and admissions counseling for transfer students. - Provides outreach to advising centers and serves as a liaison
to selected community colleges and target transfer populations. - Coordinates, organizes, and participates in major programs, events,
and other recruitment opportunities both on and off campus. Such as our large open house UTSA Day hosted in San Antonio at our Main Campus
(various times a year). - Manages data, prospects, applicants and recruitment territories through the customer relations management
(CRM) system to enhance student relationships, communication timelines and to connect students with other areas of the
university. - Represents the Transfer Recruitment team in a public-speaking capacity both on and off campus and maintain records of
these activities in the CRM. - Reports data on territory, programs, projects, Salesforces cases and travel activities.
- Serves
as back-up, to Senior Transfer Specialist, leading in resource gathering, research, meetings and as needed - Cultivates working
relationships with UTSA colleges, departments, counselors and advisors to enhance customer service and knowledge base to share with
community college contacts. - Responds to written information requests from prospective transfer students, college/university &
community partners in a timely manner. - Performs other duties as assigned.
Required
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Two years of experience working with students in an
academic or school setting with a broad understanding of institutional admissions requirements. - This position requires the ability
to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.
Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities
- Demonstrated public and interpersonal communications skills.
- Audio-visual presentation equipment and
standard office equipment.
Additional Information
- UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive
position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. - Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility
to work in the United States by time of hire. - Valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as
applicable.
Working Conditions
- Office Environment to include UT San Antonio Downtown campus, local
community college, and home office. - Occasional evening and weekend hours.
- Travel to off-site locations within the San
Antonio area.
Physical Demands:
- Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking
and standing are required, only occasionally. - Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
- This position requires walking
long distances, long periods of standing, and use of stairs.
This position will require working both remotely in Texas
and on campus (approximately five or more days on campus per month). Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.
Applicants must be adaptable and open to working in both environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an
equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and
ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,
national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program
in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are
encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
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