Transfer Specialist

Job Description Join Our Team as a Transfer Specialist! Are you passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals and transition smoothly to four-year institutions? Do you have a knack for organizing impactful events and building strong partnerships? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! If you're ready to make a difference in students' lives and support their academic success, apply now to become our Transfer Specialist! About Us Indian River State College is a leading public institution on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs that meet the needs of our region. At The River, we believe every student’s and every employee’s story matters. We value the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together across our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that is supportive, inclusive, and inspiring. With flexible learning options online, on campus, and hybrid, we meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program expand access by providing eligible students with tuition-free opportunities, ensuring every learner has the chance to thrive. Why Join The River When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a collaborative and mission-driven community where your work makes a meaningful impact. Here, your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape futures, support student success, and contribute to a college that is changing lives every day. JOB SUMMARY Under general direction, promote and market transfer services to increase awareness of IRSC degree programs and other colleges/universities. Coordinate and implement informational sessions and workshops for students seeking transfer services. Provide career and transfer advice to students planning to transfer to 4-year institutions. Implement outreach and communication with college/university admissions representatives to facilitate student transfer opportunities. Provide degree program information and referrals to a colleges/universities for continued education when appropriate. Serve as a liaison for academic advisors/coaches regarding transfer information. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Partner with Academic Advisors to support degree completion and facilitate transfer opportunities for students. Promote and build awareness for IRSC Transfer Services and partner schools' transfer opportunities. Facilitate interactions to ensure students are engaged with available transfer opportunities, including staying at IRSC. Coordinate Transfer Services events to include workshops, information sessions, State University Systems visits, and fairs. Assist students with college/university school applications for admission and scholarships. Compile transfer data for career and continuing education reports. Promote student enrollment, retention, and completion. Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Minimum of two (2) years of successful work experience and/or relevant work experience in higher education. Experience in career counseling and transfer services. Demonstrated strong leadership and motivational skills. Strong commitment to student success. Proven effectiveness in customer service. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines. Exhibit sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion in working with students and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires an ability to sit, stand for long periods of time, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. This description is intended to indicate typical kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring every specific duty and responsibility of the particular position. This job description is not intended to be a contract for employment, and the employer reserves the right to make any necessary revisions to the job description at any time without notice. Classification Staff Supervisory No FLSA Exempt No Employment Type Regular Compensation and Application Deadline Pay range starts at: $17.36/hour | All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience. | Open until filled. Indian River State College serves Florida’s Treasure Coast as the four-county region’s premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelor’s Degree programs. The College’s combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice. IRSC EEO/Equal Access Policy Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Indian River State College