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**Job Title**

Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions

**Posting Number**

20110660

**Pay Rate**

Starting salary: $40,000 (final offer based on experience and qualifications)

**Position Type**

Administration

**Key Responsibilities**

Juniata College invites applications for an Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions who will manage the undergraduate transfer prospect and applicant pool. The position has an active role in fostering partnerships with local community colleges, and is responsible for the transcript evaluation summary process for incoming transfer students. The Admission Counselor/Assistant Director will develop and implement strategies specific to the successful enrollment of transfer students, bridging their academic needs with program offerings of Juniata College.

**Essential Duties/Responsibilities:**

- Serve as the primary point of contact for undergraduate transfer students-Deliver admission presentations-Meet with prospective students & families-Provide information on course transfers and equivalencies

Plan, organize and implement a data driven recruitment strategy-Attend in-person & virtual transfer fairs/events-Support and assist with the planning of on-campus events, tours, visits

Collaborate with community colleges to maintain and grow the transfer portfolio of 2+2 and 2+2+1 agreements

Collaborate with the campus departments including Financial Aid, Registrar, Campus Life, and Dean of Students to ensure students have the onboarding tools and information needed to matriculate

Represent the Admissions Office by serving as needed on college committees, groups, councils

**Review Transfer Admission Applications**

- Ensure applicants are appraised of all necessary steps to complete their application

- Evaluate completed applications for admission and award scholarship

**Performs Other Job-related Duties As Assigned Or Required.**

~~Juniata College is committed to cultivating an equity-minded and equity-engaged campus culture, one that is inclusive and supportive of its students, faculty, and staff. We believe that all members of the College community share the responsibility to value diversity, seek equity, promote a sense of belonging. We seek candidates who are sensitive to the needs of an academic community that is diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or identity, disability status, and protected veteran status… ~~EOE

**Position Qualifications**

- A bachelor’s degree is required.

- 1-3 years of professional experience. Experience in Admissions/Higher education preferred

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to present information and respond to questions from prospective students and parents, high school counselors, the college community, and the public.

- Must have excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication skills and be able to work well in a team and independently.

- Demonstrate and possess a strong understanding of cultural competency and how to communicate with different audiences.

- Valid driver’s license, clear of major violations

It is the policy of Juniata College to conduct background checks. Juniata College reserves the right to review driving records to determine suitability for position.

**Supervision Required/Given**

Reports to Senior Associate Dean of Admission

**Physical Demands**

- Occasional evening and weekend work required

- Ability to focus on computer-based work for extended periods (2+ hours)

- Capability to move between buildings and venues at recruitment events

- Ability to transport recruitment materials (up to approximately 25 lbs.)

**Special Instructions To Applicants**

**Why Juniata?**

Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance:

- Medical, vision, and dental insurance

- 403(b) retirement plan

- Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time

- Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents

- Wellness programming

**Open Date**

03/19/2026

**Open Until Filled**

Yes

Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions

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