Transfer Admission Counselor

Franklin & Marshall College seeks a full‑time Transfer Admission Counselor to join its Admission team at the campus in Lancaster, PA. Job Details Location: F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA Classification: Full‑time, Exempt Schedule: 40 hours, Monday‑Friday (may require evenings and weekends) Reports to: Director of Recruitment Department: Admission Approved salary range: Starting salary of $43,888.00 Essential Functions Oversee transfer students throughout the recruitment and enrollment cycle, cultivating a personalized and proactive approach at every stage (inquiry, application review, credit evaluation, deposit, arrival). Collaborate with admission staff and the Communications team on inquiry development, nurturing, and application‑generation campaigns targeted to transfer students; contribute to annual communication updates and ad‑hoc messaging. Work with the digital media team to optimize the college website and other online assets for transfer recruitment. Partner with the Director of the Admission Visit Experience and the Lombardo Welcome Center Manager on on‑campus, off‑campus, and virtual events for transfer prospects. Coordinate with academic, student affairs, and other internal stakeholders to advance a transfer‑friendly culture, a seamless credit‑review process, and an effective onboarding and orientation experience. Develop and manage partnerships with nearby community colleges, building productive relationships with community‑college advisors. Represent the college at transfer college fairs and deliver presentations to classes, clubs, or community‑college audiences as needed. Collaborate with the Director of Recruitment to generate transfer strategies and priorities aligned with institutional enrollment objectives. Perform any other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Knowledge of national student markets and mobility trends, and the ability to use data to assess, evaluate, and validate decisions. Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Slides, Drive). Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate persuasively to large groups. Outstanding customer‑service skills. Availability for travel and occasional evenings and weekends. Valid driver’s license. Successful completion of background checks. Experience working with minors (non‑F&M students under 18) is required; see the provided link for protection of minors policies. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Technolutions Slate. Experience recruiting transfer students for a liberal‑arts college. Benefits Full‑time staff receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage; generous retirement savings plan contributions; education benefits for employees and dependents; access to all campus facilities, dining, recreation and fitness, libraries; and participation in college performances, lectures, and events. EEO Statement Franklin & Marshall College is committed to an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices based on gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr