Transfer and Non-Traditional Admissions Coordinator

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Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.

As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy ,and the employee assistance program , many of which are offered free of charge.
Recruitment Range $41,500 - $47,805 Vacancy Number S02510 Position Title Student Services Specialist Working Title Transfer and Non-Traditional Admissions Coordinator Competency Level Journey Home Department Admissions - 30110 Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of Admissions’ primary goal is to recruit, admit, and enroll students who will thrive within our collegiate community. This unit oversees the entire process, from recruitment to enrollment.

Regular interaction and contact with the public, including professionals in all disciplines of the university, is involved. These interactions require an accurate knowledge of relaying Admissions policies and procedures set forth by the University and the Office of Admissions.

Our office is actively engaged in diverse activities aimed at promoting and facilitating the wide array of programs, activities, and opportunities available at UNCW . Through these efforts, we seek to effectively communicate the university’s offerings to prospective students and the broader community.
College Stdnt Engagement, Enrllmnt & Retent - 301 College College/School Information University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus Brief Summary of Work for this Position
The Transfer and Non-Traditional Admissions Coordinator is a vital member of the Admissions team and diligently works to recruit and enroll non-traditional students, including online, adult-learner, re-enrolling, and other non-traditional populations. This position has daily, continual contact with internal and external constituents. This position must be knowledgeable of all Admissions policies and procedures set forth by the University and the Office of Admissions, and be able to articulate that knowledge to others.

The Transfer and Non-traditional Admissions Coordinator must have a strong ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and operate with a sense of urgency and attention to deadlines. The main job functions include the following:

• Assists prospective online accelerated program students by providing information related to transfer admission policies and procedures, transferability of credit, and graduation requirements
• Assists prospective re-enrolling and non-degree seeking students by providing information related to Office of Admissions and University policies and procedures
• Manages an assigned caseload of applicants to non-traditional Undergraduate programs, reviews applications for admission, and recommends admission decisions
• Proactively engages with students through virtual meetings, targeted communication, or other opportunities; meets and communicates effectively with students, other University departments, partner enrollment management companies, and other key stakeholders
• Assists with recruitment travel as needed to educate prospective students on admissions policies and procedures
• Participates in on and off-campus recruitment events and represents UNCW at events and in the community
• Communicates effectively with students, community college partners, campus partners, and other stakeholders
• Remains current on all admissions-related policies and regulations of the UNC system, UNCW , the Office of Admissions, and applies policies effectively
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience

• Strong public speaking, writing, and technical skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage competing, conflicting demands while meeting deadlines
• Ability to collaborate with others to achieve goals
• Sensitivity to the needs of adult learners and a commitment to building a diverse student body
• Previous experience in a post-secondary admissions office

Required Certifications or licensure
NC Diver’s license is required.
FTE 1.0 (40 hours per week) Months Per Year 12 Months Work Days Monday - Friday Work Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Type of Position Permanent Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Position Number 7959 Job Posting Date 09/18/2024 Posting Close Date 10/13/2024 Number of Openings Single Incumbent Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE : This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency, training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement
At the University of North Carolina at Wilmington ( UNCW ), our culture reflects our values of inclusion, diversity, globalization, ethics and integrity and innovation and we are committed to providing equality of educational and employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. UNCW believes that embracing the unique contributions of our faculty, staff and students is critical to our success and paramount in being recognized for our global mindset.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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