Transfer Admissions Counselor The George Mason University Office of Admissions seeks a Transfer Admissions Counselor to join an energetic recruitment team. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Admissions, the incumbent will support the University's strategic plan and enrollment goals in yielding talented and diverse new transfers.George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment. Responsibilities: Represent the University at community college visits and transfer college fairs;Execute appropriate multi-channel communication with prospective students and applicants; Review transfer applications and render admission decisions;Represent the university at on-campus and virtual recruitment events;Conduct information sessions for prospective transfer students and families;Staff the Office of Transfer Services to meet with transfer applicants;Serve as Counselor of the Day to meet with prospective undergraduate students and families;Collaborate with other team members across the university and within the Office of Admissions;Provide excellent customer service; andOvernight recruitment travel and occasional evening and weekend work is required.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience;Strong cross-cultural interpersonal and writing skills, including public speaking skills and the ability to present the University in a positive way to diverse populations;Willingness and ability to travel extensively;Availability for evening and weekend work;Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential information and situations;Ability to prioritize tasks in a hectic, deadline-driven environment often working on multiple tasks concurrently;Information technology literacy and willingness to learn new software applications;Proven ability to work positively as a team member;Comfortable and able to make independent decisions;Demonstrated customer service experience; and Must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/. The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon a favorable review. Preferred Qualifications:Bilingual;Demonstrated recruitment experience;Previous experience with Ellucian Banner software; andPrevious experience with Salesforce CRM.About the University: George Mason University, the largest public research university in Virginia, is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Since earning R1 designation for "very high research" from Carnegie in 2016 and joining the elite group of the 131 best U.S. research institutions, the research enterprise has grown rapidly, reaching more than $200 million in funding in 2020, an all-time high for the university. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200-degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax, and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

For full consideration, applicants may apply for position number 01854z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

"Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition."

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.