Transfer & Adult Student Recruitment Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Student Admissions Counselor |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
89609 |
Position Overview
| Position Summary |
The Transfer & Adult Student Recruitment Specialist is responsible for developing and executing targeted recruitment strategies primarily in Forsyth and Davidson counties to attract, engage, and enroll transfer and adult learners at Winston-Salem State University, a proud Historically Black College and University (
HBCU). This position focuses on strengthening access pathways for non-traditional students, including those returning to college, community college transfers, working adults, military-affiliated students, and others seeking degree completion.
A key focus of this role is fostering robust recruitment pipelines from the North Carolina Community College System (
NCCCS). The Specialist will build strategic partnerships with community college advisors, faculty, and administrators to facilitate student transfer and promote degree completion opportunities at Winston-Salem State University.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, advising, or community engagement-preferably with a focus on transfer or adult learners.
- Demonstrated experience working with or recruiting from North Carolina Community Colleges is strongly preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of transfer processes, articulation agreements (especially the North Carolina Comprehensive Agreement), and credit evaluation practices.
- Ability to travel across North Carolina and represent the university in a professional, student-centered manner.
- Familiarity with CRM platforms and data tracking tools (e.g., Slate and Banner).
- Experience as a community college student or advisor is a plus.
- Plan and implement targeted recruitment strategies focused on transfer and adult student populations, with a primary emphasis on students enrolled in the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS).
- Build and maintain relationships with advisors, transfer coordinators, and leadership at NCCCS institutions across the state.
- Travel regularly to NCCCS campuses to represent WSSU at transfer fairs, advising days, career expos, and other student-facing events.
- Support and promote the university's participation in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) and Bilateral Agreements with specific NCCCS colleges.
- Serve as a liaison between the Office of Transfer and Adult Student Services and NCCCS partners to support joint programming, articulation alignment, and pathway awareness.
- Provide personalized admissions guidance to NCCCS students, including credit transfer evaluation, program matching, and transition planning.
- Create and deliver workshops and information sessions-both virtual and in-person-on topics such as degree completion, adult student success, and transfer credit policies.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain up-to-date transfer guides, articulation resources, and adult learner onboarding tools.
- Support data collection and reporting efforts related to NCCCS recruitment and community college enrollment trends
- Coordinate with the Office of Marketing to tailor materials and campaigns for North Carolina community college audiences.
- Uphold the university's mission of equity and access by engaging students from diverse educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.
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Position Information
| Position Number |
007029 |
| Working Position Title |
Transfer & Adult Student Recruitment Specialist |
| Building and Room No. |
Thompson 202 |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
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| Appointment Length. |
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Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
All - Emergency and Pandemic on site |
| Normal Work Schedule |
Monday - Friday
10am -7pm, occasional evenings/weekends - flexible schedule |
| Department Required Skills |
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in college admissions, recruitment, advising, or community engagement-preferably with a focus on transfer or adult learners.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Demonstrated experience working with or recruiting from North Carolina Community Colleges is strongly preferred.
- Experience as a community college student or advisor is a plus.
- Transfer credit evaluation/articulation experience.
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| Required License or Certification |
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| Valid US Driver's License |
Yes |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
12 months |
| Salary |
Salary commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
09/15/2025 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834 |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Describe work experience in Higher Education environment
(Open Ended Question)
Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university?
Describe your recruiting experience in higher education?
(Open Ended Question)
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- References List
Optional Documents
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Unofficial Transcript
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Winston Salem State University
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Sep 15, 2025