University of Vermont
Sr Counselor/Asst Dir of Transfer Admissions
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Hybrid - Burlington, VT
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Full-Time
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$54K - $56K
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Enrollment
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July 22nd, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Vermont is hiring a Sr Counselor/Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions. The role involves developing and executing strategic undergraduate recruitment initiatives, managing a domestic recruitment territory, coordinating transfer recruitment efforts, conducting holistic application reviews, and fostering relationships with prospective students and educational partners to meet enrollment goals.
Highlights
- Develop and implement recruitment initiatives targeting first-year, transfer, and international students.
- Manage domestic recruitment territory focused on strategic growth markets.
- Coordinate transfer recruitment and engagement activities.
- Provide individualized guidance to prospective students and families throughout the admissions process.
- Conduct holistic application reviews.
- Collaborate with campus partners to support enrollment objectives.
- Required skills include proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet applications, effective communication, organizational and project management skills, and a valid driver's license.
- Preferred experience with CRM systems such as Slate, Salesforce, or TargetX, and working with diverse student populations and community college partnerships.
- Compensation ranges from $54,000 to $56,000 annually.
- Position requires occasional evenings/weekends, eligibility for full-time telework, and a background check.
Sr Counselor/Asst Dir of Transfer Admissions Full Description
Sr Counselor/Asst Dir of Transfer Admissions
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Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title | Sr Counselor/Asst Dir of Transfer Admissions
Posting Summary | Under the guidance of the Senior Associate and Sr. Assistant Directors, the Assistant Director assists in developing and implementing strategic undergraduate recruitment initiatives that support the University of Vermont’s enrollment goals across first-year, transfer, and international student populations. The position manages a domestic recruitment territory focused on strategic growth markets, coordinates transfer recruitment and engagement initiatives, and supports recruitment through virtual outreach, application review, and relationship management within assigned regions.
Representing the University at recruitment events, high schools, community colleges, and virtual programs, the Assistant Director provides individualized guidance to prospective students and families throughout the admissions process, conducts holistic application review, and collaborates with campus partners to advance enrollment objectives. The successful candidate utilizes data-informed recruitment strategies to cultivate relationships, strengthen enrollment pipelines, and contribute to the recruitment of a talented and diverse student body.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree and two to four years related experience at either the student or professional level in college admissions or related campus-based work environment required. Demonstrated multicultural competency required. Effective organizational and project management skills, communication skills, both written and verbal required. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications required. A valid driver’s license is required.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience working with a CRM system (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, TargetX, or similar). Demonstrated success in outreach, relationship building, partnership development, and achieving recruitment or enrollment goals. Experience working with and serving diverse student populations, including transfer, international, adult, military-affiliated, first-generation, and other non-traditional students. Experience building relationships with community colleges or other educational and community partners.
Anticipated Pay Range | $54,000 to $56,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Summary | Under the guidance of the Senior Associate and Sr. Assistant Directors, the Assistant Director assists in developing and implementing strategic undergraduate recruitment initiatives that support the University of Vermont’s enrollment goals across first-year, transfer, and international student populations. The position manages a domestic recruitment territory focused on strategic growth markets, coordinates transfer recruitment and engagement initiatives, and supports recruitment through virtual outreach, application review, and relationship management within assigned regions.
Representing the University at recruitment events, high schools, community colleges, and virtual programs, the Assistant Director provides individualized guidance to prospective students and families throughout the admissions process, conducts holistic application review, and collaborates with campus partners to advance enrollment objectives. The successful candidate utilizes data-informed recruitment strategies to cultivate relationships, strengthen enrollment pipelines, and contribute to the recruitment of a talented and diverse student body.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) | Bachelor’s degree and two to four years related experience at either the student or professional level in college admissions or related campus-based work environment required. Demonstrated multicultural competency required. Effective organizational and project management skills, communication skills, both written and verbal required. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications required. A valid driver’s license is required.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience working with a CRM system (e.g., Slate, Salesforce, TargetX, or similar). Demonstrated success in outreach, relationship building, partnership development, and achieving recruitment or enrollment goals. Experience working with and serving diverse student populations, including transfer, international, adult, military-affiliated, first-generation, and other non-traditional students. Experience building relationships with community colleges or other educational and community partners.
Anticipated Pay Range | $54,000 to $56,000
Other Information |
Special Conditions | A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), This position is eligible for full-time telework in accordance with the university telecommuting policy, Background Check required for this position
FLSA | Exempt
Union Position | Yes, UVMSU
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Location | Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Open Date | 07/21/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Job Open Date | 07/21/2026
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Our Common Ground Statement
The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.
Position Information
Position Title | Admissions & Enrollment PC2 X
Posting Number | S6224PO
Department | Admissions/30200
Position Number | 00023149
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
Posting Number | S6224PO
Department | Admissions/30200
Position Number | 00023149
Percent of Full-Time | 1.0
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE | 37.5
Term (months per year) | 12
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