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Title: Transfer Counselor/Enrollment Management
VP Area: VP - Enrollment Mgmt and Marketing
Department: TRAD Admissions
Position Compensation: $42,300 – $46,920
Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are:
Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary:
The Transfer Counselor recruits and guides prospective transfer students, building relationships with students, families, and partner institutions to support a smooth transition to the University of Northwestern – St. Paul. Through a Christ-centered approach, this position advances enrollment goals while helping students make informed decisions about their academic future.

Key Responsibilities:
• Achieve enrollment goals by effectively recruiting, counseling, and supporting prospective transfer students throughout the admissions process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective students, their families, and key influencers to support decision-making.
• Develop and sustain partnerships with community colleges, feeder institutions, and other organizations that serve transfer students.
• Evaluate transfer student transcripts and collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Registrar’s Office, admissions staff) to ensure timely, accurate admissions decisions.
• Maintain and communicate up-to-date transfer pathways and articulation agreements in collaboration with admissions leadership.
• Represent the University of Northwestern – St. Paul at recruitment events, college fairs, and campus programs to promote the institution and its mission.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students and listeners, all employees serve as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students as they grow intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to maturity in their faith.

Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Maintain a growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, reflect His character in all interactions, and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, Doctrinal Statement and Declaration of Christian Community
Nice To Have:
• 1-2 years of professional work experience
• Previous college or university recruiting and transcript evaluation experience

Key Skills:
• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel within assigned areas and to travel overnight 2-3 weeks per year.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment:
The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

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