Assistant Director, Admissions Transfer Recruit

Assistant Director, Admissions Transfer Recruit Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world‑class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real‑world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Job Summary The Assistant Director of Transfer Recruitment will supervise staff and lead strategic and tactical efforts to recruit, admit, and onboard undergraduate transfer, returning, post‑baccalaureate, transient, and auditing students to Augusta University. The Assistant Director will have a commitment to transfer and adult student success, be able to develop collaborative relationships with academic departments to enhance the transfer student experience and exhibit the strategic and analytical capacity to create a seamless admission experience for all students. The Assistant Director will work in collaboration with academic departments, student success offices, as well as technical/community college partners to meet the enrollment goals of the institution. Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to:

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT RECRUITMENT STRATEGIES:

Develop and implement a data‑informed strategic recruitment plan to meet university enrollment goals for undergraduate transfer, returning/stop‑out, post‑baccalaureate, transient, and auditing students. Visit two‑year colleges and transfer fairs to meet with prospective students. Develop and maintain strong relationships with top feeder institutions and their leaders. Develop and implement in‑person and virtual recruitment events. Assess the effectiveness of recruitment strategies and make appropriate adjustments to meet goals while ensuring alignment with institutional goals for unique student populations and academic quality. Remain current in recruitment and marketing best practices at the national, regional, and state levels. Maintain membership and active participation in professional organizations and USG working groups. Analyze historical university admission and enrollment patterns and trends to guide recruitment decisions and efforts. Utilize USG and institutional data to understand system and institutional enrollment, transfer, and competition trends. Partner closely with the Assistant Director of Transfer Operations to ensure collaborative recruitment and processing timelines and clear communication. Collaborate with institutional partners, specifically in Academic Affairs, to develop targeted recruitment and communication efforts.

STUDENT COMMUNICATION:

Develop and maintain customized and personalized communication plans for undergraduate transfer, returning, post‑baccalaureate, transient, and auditing students for all programs of study and all funnel stages. Assist with the creation of print and electronic recruitment collateral. Ensure timely and relevant responses to all student communications through phone, email, and text. Maintain relevant Admissions websites.

SUPERVISION OF STAFF:

Recruit, select, train, and supervise staff within the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Provide leadership for performance evaluations, goal setting, timelines, and leave compliance. Direct staff recruitment efforts aligned with the recruitment plan for undergraduate transfer, returning, post‑baccalaureate, transient, and auditing students.

ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS:

Lead in the development and maintenance of articulation agreements and MOUs with partner colleges to raise the profile of transfer at Augusta University. Aid in the seamless transfer of students from identified institutions.

OTHER DUTIES:

Contribute to the overall success of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. Serve and actively engage on various institution, division, and unit committees to contribute to overall undergraduate student enrollment, retention, and success. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an Accredited College or University and at least 2 years experience in recruitment, marketing or other higher education fields. Preferred Qualifications Masters degree from an Accredited College or University. Experience working with transfer or adult students Experience supervising full‑time staff Familiarity with secondary and postsecondary school systems Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Microsoft Office environments.

SKILLS

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

ABILITIES

Willingness to learn Slate, Banner, Parchment Raptor and DegreeWorks. Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of people and commitment to creating a welcoming environment. Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently. Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required) Pay Band: B10 Salary: $52,500.00/Annually-$55,921/Annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time benefits‑eligible employees and some of our half‑time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post‑secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr University System of Georgia