About Job

Position Details

Proposed Start Date

07/14/2025

Classification Title

Advising and Student Services

Rank

N - No Rank

Working Title

Transfer Admissions Counselor

Department

331231 - NSP Recruitment

Position Number

D92614

Representation

AU - AAUP

Renewable

Renewable

End date, if applicable

Position FTE

1.0

Tenure Status

N - not applicable

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Position Summary

As a member of the Admissions and New Student Programs team, the Transfer Admissions Counselor is responsible for the development and implementation of innovative and effective recruitment initiatives, programs, and procedures to ensure Portland State University meets transfer student enrollment goals. This position specifically supports the enrollment management strategies by participating in the recruitment and outreach of Transfer students. The Transfer Admissions Counselor works extensively and collaboratively with key constituencies to ensure optimal effectiveness throughout the recruitment, admission, and enrollment process. This position has specific assignments related to transfer student admission needs and outreach, collaborations with community college personnel, community organization partnerships, as well as independent oversight of an assigned territory.

The Transfer Admissions Counselor will support aspects of the Co-Admission program, represent the University and its academic programs and services to prospective students and their families, high school and college personnel, partner institutions, community organizations, and the public. The counselor must be effective at independently planning recruitment strategies including high school and college visits, area receptions, and individual meetings.. The counselor is a front-line service provider with primary responsibility for student admission counseling, recruitment travel and the management of an assigned geographic territory. The position requires a significant level of independent judgement and autonomy with regard to work planning; representation of the University to students, families and educational counselors and staff, and application of admission policy through the secondary review of admissions applications.

The position is a full-time professional academic staff position within Enrollment Management and Student Affairs and reports to the Associate Director for Transfer Recruitment. The Counselor must have strong written and oral communication skills. The ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, who have varied exposure to higher education, is required.

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers: https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/g/files/znldhr2396/files/2021-11/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Article%2018%20Watermark.pdf

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree
3 years of related experience in admissions, recruitment, orientation student advising, or closely related field.

Professional Competencies:

Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal presentation, and organizational skills.
Ease in using technology for communication, record keeping and management of data.
Demonstrated ability to interact cooperatively and sensitively with individuals from other cultures, ethnic groups, lifestyles and backgrounds.
Ability to critically and logically analyze, synthesizes, interpret and extrapolate admission data, regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, pay attention to detail and produce desired results.

Preferred Qualifications

Three years related experience working with undergraduate high school and transfer student populations.
Experience with software systems such as Ellucian Banner (or equivalent), Slate (or equivalent CRM software), mobile technology, and social media.
Demonstrated competency and proficiency in a language other than English.

Key Cultural Competencies

Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days/Hours

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

The starting annual salary rate for this position will be $56,880 with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

Application Instructions

Additional Information

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers: https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/sites/g/files/znldhr2396/files/2021-11/AAUP%20CBA%202021-2024%20Article%2018%20Watermark.pdf

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Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)

Please include the names, email addresses and phone numbers for 3 professional references.

Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?

Yes

Background Check Required

Yes

Position End Date (if applicable)

If you have questions

Contact search committee chair Rob Findtner via email at fin4@pdx.edu.