Transfer Admissions Counselor

Manhattan, New York, United States
Staff Full-time
$37,000- $59,189 annually

Position Summary:

The Transfer Admissions Counselor is responsible for the recruitment, evaluation, and enrollment of transfer students to Mercy University. This position involves representing the institution to prospective students, parents, community college counselors, and other stakeholders through various recruitment initiatives and personalized communication. The counselor will play a critical role in managing the transfer admissions process, from outreach through enrollment, ensuring a smooth transition for transfer applicants.


Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective transfer students throughout the admissions process
Plan and attend recruitment events, including transfer fairs, community college visits, information sessions, virtual information sessions, academic major presentations, etc.
Build and maintain relationships with community college advisors and other external stakeholders from community colleges within the Tri-State area, such as Queensborough CC, Guttman CC, BMCC, LaGuardia CC, Kingsborough CC, and Nassau CC, Long Island Business Institute
Review and evaluate transfer applications and transcripts to determine admission eligibility and transfer credit evaluation
Assist in the development and implementation of transfer articulation agreements with community colleges
Conduct individual counseling sessions (in person, phone, or virtual) to guide transfer students through the application and enrollment process
Collaborate with internal departments such as academic advising, registrar, financial aid, and orientation to support transfer student success
Contribute to communication campaigns targeted at transfer populations (email, phone, text, CRM)
Maintain accurate records and reports related to recruitment activities and admissions outcomes
Participate in professional development opportunities and stay current with trends in transfer admissions, such as NYSTAA
Other duties as assigned


Qualifications:
Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
1–3 years of experience in admissions, advising, or related student services
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed.
Preferred:

Experience working with transfer student populations
Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Banner)
About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.


Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.


Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.


EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, ****** orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.


Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all.