Transfer Transition & Engagement Counselor

Appalachian State University

United States, North Carolina, Boone

287 Rivers Street (Show on map)

Jun 09, 2025

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Position Title	Transfer Transition & Engagement Counselor
Location	Boone, North Carolina
Faculty Rank	No
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Position Number	025601
Department	Transfer Admissions & Engagement - 240400

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree required. Ability to collaborate and form relationships. Ability to work independently. Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation. Attention to detail and strong organization skills.
License/Certification Required	Valid drivers license is required.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience as a Transfer Student Mentor, Resident Assistant, Orientation Leader, Student Club/Organization Leader, or similar role. Experience planning and facilitating events. Management of social media accounts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Develop, implement, and facilitate programming out of Transfer Admissions & Engagement (on all campuses - Boone, Hickory, and App State Online) relevant to transfer students' needs to be engaged and develop a sense of belonging. Assist in the operations of the Transfer Residential Halls including: Create a supportive and engaging environment through the Transfer Student Center in Mountain Laurel Hall. Ensure that the space is meeting the needs of all transfer students. Serve on the Transfer Residential Leadership Committee that plans and hosts programming and support for the residents of our transfer hall. In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Transfer Transition & Engagement: Recruit, select, train and supervise Transfer Student Mentors (TSMs) and Online Student Mentors (OSMs). Facilitate check-in meetings with mentors multiple times a semester to set and measure expectations and motivate job performance. Coordinate training programs to equip mentors to perform the functions of their jobs. Assign responsibilities to mentors such as transitional programming (Orientation, T-POP, Welcome to App), event engagement, call campaigns, student outreach, etc. Maintain a schedule of events in which mentors will be utilized to support transfer initiatives on campus Match mentors to students needing outreach through referrals. Follow up with the mentors on outcomes. Create and monitor a virtual community for students in our App State Online programs. Serve as the advisor for Omega Nu Lambda, the online student honor society. Identify qualified students for invitation, extend invitations and market the honor society, plan and oversee the induction ceremony, and work with student leaders to offer engagement events for members. Communicate with new and current transfer students through email newsletters (Transfer Scoop & Online Scoop), social media, Engage, Scala, and other mediums to ensure students are fully aware of the university's resources and events, TAE, and student success strategies. Help plan, promote, and host transitional events to ensure that the transfer student experience meets the unique needs of transfer students, i.e. Transfer Pre-Orientation Program (T-POP), Transfer Orientation, and Welcome to App events. Work collaboratively with Student Affairs and Academic Affair units to meet the needs of transfer students, co-program, and secure representation at certain events. Serve as a liaison to other departments within Enrollment Management to secure support and resources needed to successfully transition students to campus. Serve on office and campus-wide committees as deemed appropriate for this position. Support Enrollment Management by working events like Open House, Commencement, etc. Complete other duties as assigned. Normal operating hours of the University are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This position requires a variable schedule including evening and weekend work during the fall and spring semesters. Would be expected to drive a van during events so a valid drivers license is required.
Type of Position	Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty	Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship?	VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type	1.0
Work Schedule/Hours	Normal operating hours of the University are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This position requires a variable schedule including evening and weekend work during the fall and spring semesters.
Number of Hours Per Week	40
Number of Months Per Year	12
Mandatory Staff	No
Suggested Salary Range	$42,000 - $45,000
Physical Demands of Position

Posting Details Information

Posting Date	06/09/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins	06/16/2025
Proposed Date of Hire	07/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	Cover letter, resume, and list of references with contacts required. Normal operating hours of the University are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. This position requires a variable schedule including evening and weekend work during the fall and spring semesters. Would be expected to drive a van during events so a valid drivers license is required.
Search Chair Name	Kim Morton
Search Chair Email	mortonka@appstate.edu
Quick Link	https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/51348
Posting Number	201501671P