Associate Director of Transfer Admissions

Job Summary

The Office of Admissions at CU Boulder welcomes applications for the Associate Director of Transfer Admissions! Reporting to the Director of Recruitment within the Office of Admissions, this position leads strategy for Transfer admissions at the University of Colorado Boulder. Responsibilities include recruiting prospective students, co-leading the application review process, and partnering with colleagues across campus and throughout the state to drive Transfer admission, enrollment, and retention outcomes.

The Associate Director develops and implements a comprehensive Transfer recruitment plan, trains and supports Admissions staff and campus partners on effective Transfer recruitment practices, and crafts clear, accessible communications to help prospective Transfer and First-Year students understand how coursework from other institutions may transfer to CU Boulder.

In collaboration with the Associate Director of Application Review, this role co-designs the Transfer application review process to ensure the timely evaluation of 3,000-4,000 applications annually while shaping an incoming class that meets institutional goals.

This position also partners with the Visit Experience team to design and coordinate meaningful campus visit programs for prospective and admitted Transfer students.

The Associate Director is part of the Admissions Senior Leadership, an office-wide group responsible for coordinating office functions and implementing strategies and policies set by the Directors and Assistant Vice Chancellor of Admissions & Precollege.

The Associate Director will directly supervise one Senior Assistant Director and will serve as a leader and mentor for the Transfer Recruitment team.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

As one of only 35 U.S. public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), CU Boulder is about realizing the positive impacts of new knowledge.

From offering dozens of exciting programs in a range of academic fields, to serving as one of the world's most dynamic research and innovation hubs, to working closely through hundreds of public outreach efforts with communities across Colorado and the world, we take pride in helping our students, faculty, staff, and partners turn new insights into productive outcomes that change lives.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Transfer Recruitment Strategy

• Coordinates with the Director of Recruitment and Assistant Vice Chancellor of Admissions & Precollege to create a comprehensive Transfer recruitment strategy.
• Utilizes numerous data sources to inform practices to provide the assistance that prospective Transfer students deserve.
• Practices and assistance include:
• Developing information sessions for prospective students.
• Designing recruitment territories and traveling locally and nationally for recruitment and professional development activities.
• Collaborating with the team of Pre-Transfer advisors on recruitment activities, sharing expertise, and supporting each other's efforts.
• Teaming with the Marketing & Communications team to create and maintain materials (both print and digital) that address the details and nuances of Transfer admission in clear, accessible language.
• Form relationships with colleagues at Colorado community colleges to develop pipelines of prospective students while also supporting the needs of their institutions.
• Partner with the Visit Experience team to provide meaningful campus visit experiences for prospective Transfer students while regularly evaluating program offerings.

Transfer Application Review

• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Application Review to ensure operational and workflow efficiencies, timely completion of assignments, decision consistency, and alignment with institutional goals.
• Partner annually with academic units to determine application review guidelines.
• Maintain connection with Credit Evaluation Services (CES) in the Office of the Registrar to deliver timely Transfer Credit evaluations to newly admitted students.
• Serve as a liaison with the Department of Athletics to review prospective Transfer student-athletes.
• Conduct regular assessments of practices to introduce creativity, stay current on new technologies, and utilize systems such as Slate Technolutions and the National Student Clearinghouse to their fullest potential.

Leadership

• Serves as a member of the Admissions Senior Leadership Team.
• Recommend strategies, partnerships, programs and technologies that will advance Transfer recruitment and outreach efforts of the university.
• Actively engage in cross-team project planning and management.

Other duties as assigned

What You Should Know

• This position allows for hybrid modality, with the expectation of consistent time on the CU Boulder campus, with the regular expectation of 2-3 days on campus per week. Certain times of year may necessitate more presence on campus or allow for more remote work.
• Some evening and weekend work is required.
• Travel throughout the state and across the country is also required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and regular access to a vehicle to meet recruitment expectations.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary range is $86,100 - $95,000.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

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What We Require

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 4+ years of progressively more responsible and independent management experience, including lead or supervisory experience.
• Mentorship type experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Possess a valid driver's license and regular access to a vehicle to meet recruitment expectations.

What You Will Need

• Ability to direct a group of individuals toward common goals.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Excellent skills in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team Familiarity with computing.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Five to seven years of progressively more responsible and independent management experience.
• Experience with significant Transfer application volume, with close attention to detail and willingness to make challenging decisions.
• Demonstrated experience with independent thinking and creative problem solving
• Ability to synthesize data in narrative.
• Prior creation and execution of trainings.
• Proficiency with management systems and tools, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other computer software such as Slate Technolutions.
• Knowledge of CU Boulder.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by May 21, 2026, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.