Cleveland State University
Transfer Recruitment Specialist
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Remote - US
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Enrollment
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July 20th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Cleveland State University is hiring a Transfer Recruitment Specialist. The role involves coordinating transfer student recruitment for assigned geographic areas and targeted populations to help meet enrollment goals. The specialist will build relationships with prospective students, families, and counselors, manage correspondence, plan recruitment events, represent the university at various functions, and work a flexible schedule including travel.
Highlights
- Coordinates transfer student recruitment across specific geographic areas and target populations.
- Builds relationships with prospective students, families, high school, and community college counselors.
- Plans and executes on-campus and off-campus recruitment programs, college fairs, and community events.
- Interprets and communicates university admissions policies to prospective students and parents.
- Maintains records and prepares reports as needed.
- Requires frequent travel and flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends.
- Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree, two years of relevant experience, public speaking skills, valid driver’s license, and flexible availability.
- Preferred qualifications include a master's degree or additional related work experience, experience with transfer student populations, social media, and customer management software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with customer management relations software are required.
- Works within the Admissions Office to support enrollment goals at Cleveland State University.
Transfer Recruitment Specialist Full Description
Transfer Recruitment Specialist
Posting Details
Business Title | Transfer Recruitment Specialist
Posting Category | Administrative and Professional
Salary Grade | 04
Salary Plan | Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate |
Department | Admissions Office
Department Description |
Position Location |
FTE | 1.0
Job Summary
This position serves as a member of the Admissions recruitment team, coordinating transfer student recruitment for assigned geographic area(s) and targeted populations and managing a recruitment territory to assist in achieving enrollment goals for Cleveland State University. Duties include communicating daily and building relationships with prospective students and families and high school and community college counselors, managing selected correspondence, planning and executing on- and off-campus programs, representing the University at college fairs and community events, and managing a travel schedule. Interprets and informs prospective students and parents on University admissions policies and procedures. Maintains records and prepares and hoc and periodic reports as required. Works a flexible schedule including travel off-campus, evening and weekends. Interacts professionally with all internal and external customers using strong interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree. Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: college or university admissions recruitment, community college administration, college admissions/counseling at high school or college level, territory and prospect management, marketing, sales, public relations, or related experience. Prior experience with public speaking. Ability to travel frequently and to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Valid driver’s license and ability to establish driver eligibility under the University’s Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree, preferably in higher education, business, communications, or related field or two years of related professional work experience beyond the bachelor’s degree. Experience as an admissions counselor/recruiter at a public research institution. Experience working with community college or transfer students. Experience using social media and network communications. Experience using customer management relations software. Experience working with all student populations, which may include low-income, first generation, geographic regions, ethnic groups, high school and non-traditional students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) | Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills. Experience using customer management relations software. Decision-making and effective organization of time and tasks. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number | PT0703807S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Instructions | Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week | 40
Work Schedule | Typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Some weekend/evening hours as needed.
Advertising Copy |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time
Posted Date | 03/27/2026
Close Date/Application Deadline |
Open Until Filled | No
Review Begins | 04/03/2026
Tentative Start Date |
Posting Category | Administrative and Professional
Salary Grade | 04
Salary Plan | Professional Staff - SEIU
Hiring Range /Pay Rate |
Department | Admissions Office
Department Description |
Position Location |
FTE | 1.0
Job Summary
This position serves as a member of the Admissions recruitment team, coordinating transfer student recruitment for assigned geographic area(s) and targeted populations and managing a recruitment territory to assist in achieving enrollment goals for Cleveland State University. Duties include communicating daily and building relationships with prospective students and families and high school and community college counselors, managing selected correspondence, planning and executing on- and off-campus programs, representing the University at college fairs and community events, and managing a travel schedule. Interprets and informs prospective students and parents on University admissions policies and procedures. Maintains records and prepares and hoc and periodic reports as required. Works a flexible schedule including travel off-campus, evening and weekends. Interacts professionally with all internal and external customers using strong interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree. Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: college or university admissions recruitment, community college administration, college admissions/counseling at high school or college level, territory and prospect management, marketing, sales, public relations, or related experience. Prior experience with public speaking. Ability to travel frequently and to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. Valid driver’s license and ability to establish driver eligibility under the University’s Motor Vehicle Policy.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree, preferably in higher education, business, communications, or related field or two years of related professional work experience beyond the bachelor’s degree. Experience as an admissions counselor/recruiter at a public research institution. Experience working with community college or transfer students. Experience using social media and network communications. Experience using customer management relations software. Experience working with all student populations, which may include low-income, first generation, geographic regions, ethnic groups, high school and non-traditional students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) | Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills. Experience using customer management relations software. Decision-making and effective organization of time and tasks. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Requisition Number | PT0703807S
Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicant Instructions | Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.
Applications will be exclusively accepted online at http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/hrd/employment.html. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Hours per week | 40
Work Schedule | Typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Some weekend/evening hours as needed.
Advertising Copy |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time
Posted Date | 03/27/2026
Close Date/Application Deadline |
Open Until Filled | No
Review Begins | 04/03/2026
Tentative Start Date |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- CSU Website
- Other
- If you selected 'Public Job Posting" or "Other" please provide source.
(Open Ended Question) - * Do you require any type of accommodation, should you be invited to campus for further screening? Please contact CSU at (216) 687-3636 if you need accommodation.
- Yes
- No
- * Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you a current, internal SEIU applicant/team member?
- Yes
- No
Application Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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