About Job

Posting Number

STA00601PO25

Job Family

Enrollment Management

Job Function

Admissions

USC Market Title

Admissions Representative

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/140721

Job Level

P0 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Transfer Enrollment Counselor

Campus

Aiken

Work County

Aiken

College/Division

USC Aiken College/Division Level

Department

AIK Enrollment Management

State Pay Band

Approved Starting Salary

$43,900

Advertised Salary Range

Salary commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Transfer Enrollment Counselor (Stu Srvcs Prog Coord I), Minimum Salary: $43,900 per year, USCA Enrollment Management

Recruit and enroll transfer and graduate students to USC Aiken via exemplary customer service, travel, and utilization of USC Aiken Admissions’ CRM territory management system. Counsel prospective students/parents and build strong relationships with counselors at feeder institutions. Participate in open house and all other recruitment functions of the Admissions Office and Transfer Center. Contributes as part of a results driven team of enrollment management officers. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: Experience in admissions, enrollment, or other student-centered university functions; strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills; strong public presentation skills, involvement/work with student organizations, management of volunteer-based organizations; and experience with higher education technology (CRM and/or student information). Application deadline: August 6, 2025. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include experience in admissions, enrollment, or other student-centered university functions; strong communication, problem solving, and customer service skills; strong public presentation skills, involvement/work with student organizations, management of volunteer-based organizations; and experience with higher education technology (CRM and/or student information).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Excellent written and oral communication skills are necessary. Knowledge of secondary and technical/community colleges, along with understanding of college attendance trends and desire to continue professional development. Working knowledge of modern constituent relationship management software packages. Working knowledge of various Microsoft Office suite software (Word, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher), ability to work with a diverse group of individuals, and ability to balance priorities necessary. Position requires travel as well as some night and weekend work.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Represent USC Aiken to prospective students, their families, and school officials including some travel. Responsible for coordination and expansion of transfer recruitment and enrollment. Counsel applicants on admission requirements. Review applications for admission.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Coordinate the recruitment and customer service for all graduate program applicants.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Participate in development and implementation of USC Aiken Transfer Center array of services. Promote services on and off campus. Monitor and update areas of USC Aiken web site which affect transfer students.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Market, manage, and produce enrollment growth from assigned recruitment territories by utilizing CRM, Student Information System, and other available technology. Contributes as part of a results driven team of enrollment management officers.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Participate in designated recruitment events and programs coordinated through the Transfer Center and Admissions Office. Other duties as assigned in the Transfer Center and Enrollment Management.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date

07/23/2025

Job Close Date

08/06/2025

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by August 6, 2025.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/191667

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.