The George Washington University
Assistant Director, Transfer and Spring Admissions
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Assistant Director, Transfer and Spring Admissions
The Enrollment and Student Success Division works to enroll, retain, and graduate a passionate, academically talented, and diverse student body. Through the formal unification of our units, we have focused on building an organization that recognizes the distinct roles and expertise of each individual department, while also identifying and leveraging opportunities for collaboration. Most importantly, our goal is to ensure an outstanding experience for students – prospective and current.
The Assistant Director of Transfer and Spring Admissions plays an active role in the development of the coming year’s class of students. They build on their years of experience in the field to help execute key projects and initiatives. They will serve on a team focused on the enrollment of transfer students and spring first‑year students. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and providing access to higher education. This position will report to the Associate Director of Transfer and Spring Admissions and will collaborate with campus partners such as orientation, housing, and academic advising teams to facilitate a seamless onboarding of students to the university. They will be a project manager for key initiatives the team undertakes.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Serves as a primary evaluator of transfer applications and spring first‑year applications, with some fall and first‑year application evaluations also included.
Primary point of contact for transfer applicants.
Conducts outreach initiatives with area and national community colleges.
Executes recruitment initiatives with Phi Theta Kappa students.
Evaluates students for merit scholarships.
Manages articulation agreements with local community colleges, ensuring course equivalencies are up to date and developing programming to promote agreements.
Manages the transfer admissions webpage.
Conducts virtual transfer student information sessions and yield programs.
Develops and executes in‑person transfer admissions programming.
Represents the University both on campus and off campus via information sessions, high school visits, college fairs, etc.
Acts as a coordinator for special projects/programs related to undergraduate admissions.
Serves as a front‑facing representative of the university, advising prospective students, parents, and school counselors regarding academic programming as well as the process of admission for freshman and transfer students.
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Minimum 2 years of professional experience working in college admissions, including responsibilities for territory and prospect management and application review.
Advanced problem‑solving capabilities, creativity, and strong work ethic.
A deep commitment to recruiting and enrolling a diverse class.
Ability to travel significantly and work on evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of trends and issues in higher education.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently with strong organization and delegation skills.
Experience evaluating admissions applications for admission in a selective university environment.
Persuasive oral communication skills, including excellent public speaking skills; strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various internal and external constituencies.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Demonstrated ability to perform in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment that emphasizes collaboration and measurable outcomes.
Hiring Range:
$45,925.13 - $63,191.56
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Job Open Date:
10/30/2025 Job Close Date:
11/13/2025
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The Assistant Director of Transfer and Spring Admissions plays an active role in the development of the coming year’s class of students. They build on their years of experience in the field to help execute key projects and initiatives. They will serve on a team focused on the enrollment of transfer students and spring first‑year students. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and providing access to higher education. This position will report to the Associate Director of Transfer and Spring Admissions and will collaborate with campus partners such as orientation, housing, and academic advising teams to facilitate a seamless onboarding of students to the university. They will be a project manager for key initiatives the team undertakes.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Serves as a primary evaluator of transfer applications and spring first‑year applications, with some fall and first‑year application evaluations also included.
Primary point of contact for transfer applicants.
Conducts outreach initiatives with area and national community colleges.
Executes recruitment initiatives with Phi Theta Kappa students.
Evaluates students for merit scholarships.
Manages articulation agreements with local community colleges, ensuring course equivalencies are up to date and developing programming to promote agreements.
Manages the transfer admissions webpage.
Conducts virtual transfer student information sessions and yield programs.
Develops and executes in‑person transfer admissions programming.
Represents the University both on campus and off campus via information sessions, high school visits, college fairs, etc.
Acts as a coordinator for special projects/programs related to undergraduate admissions.
Serves as a front‑facing representative of the university, advising prospective students, parents, and school counselors regarding academic programming as well as the process of admission for freshman and transfer students.
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Minimum 2 years of professional experience working in college admissions, including responsibilities for territory and prospect management and application review.
Advanced problem‑solving capabilities, creativity, and strong work ethic.
A deep commitment to recruiting and enrolling a diverse class.
Ability to travel significantly and work on evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of trends and issues in higher education.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently with strong organization and delegation skills.
Experience evaluating admissions applications for admission in a selective university environment.
Persuasive oral communication skills, including excellent public speaking skills; strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various internal and external constituencies.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Demonstrated ability to perform in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment that emphasizes collaboration and measurable outcomes.
Hiring Range:
$45,925.13 - $63,191.56
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Job Open Date:
10/30/2025 Job Close Date:
11/13/2025
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