Transfer Admissions Counselor

Position Summary Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Transfer Admissions Counselor. - Boca Raton, FL. Summary of responsibilities Establishes and maintains effective communication and rapport with Florida State College advisors, faculty, and other administrators to promote FAU’s academic programs and transfer processes. Counsels prospective students, applicants, and family members about opportunities at Florida Atlantic University. Visits state/community college campuses to meet with students and counsel them on transfer guidelines, requirements, prerequisites, and other admissions related matters. Promotes the Link2FAU Program and FAU transfer scholarships. Maintains contact with businesses, universities, state/community colleges, and community organizations on a regular basis; participates in community outreach efforts. Plans and implements workshops, presentations, events, and programs to promote transfer admissions to FAU at schools, businesses, and community events. Counsels prospective transfer students on pathways to facilitate transfer to FAU. Trains peers and support personnel, when applicable, to ensure proper information is disseminated. Coordinates and partners with FAU’s internal stakeholders on transfer and admissions matters. Tracks and monitors student visits, communications, and applications for admissions; prepares reports to show return on investment. Processes documents, which includes creating applicant files, forwarding/tracking documents to all FAU campuses, copying documents, recording all transactions, managing databases, and reviewing admissions files. Provides relevant referrals to other student services which includes offices such as the Military & Veterans Student Success Center, Student Accessibility Services, and Career Services. Collaborates with Transfer Advisors and the Office of New Student Transitions & Family Engagement for enrollment processing and onboarding experience. Attends and supports New Student Orientation programs for transfer students. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by direct supervisor. Company Culture Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida's Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world-class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation's largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region’s cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life. For more information, visit Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required. This position requires daily contact with students, faculty, staff, and the general public, which includes prospective transfer student advising. Ability to operate a motor vehicle, qualify for car rental, and valid Florida driver’s license are required. Local and regional travel are an integral part of this position. Must be available to work on occasional evenings and weekends. FAU Benefits and Perks If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Sick Leave Pool Program. Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day. Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in‑unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). Salary: $50,000 annually. Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP) College or Department: Undergraduate Admissions Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Must be available to work on occasional evenings and weekends. Application Deadline: 2026-08-18 Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. For communications assistance, call 7‑1‑1. #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida Atlantic University