Please see Special Instructions for more details.
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
[contact details available in the full listing]
Classification Title
Admissions Counselor
Working Title
Transfer Counselor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Enrollment Management
Section
Admissions (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Enrollment Management unit is responsible for attracting, admitting, and enrolling eligible students, in accordance with university policies. The unit facilitates the development, implementation and monitoring of academic policies, practices and procedures to meet goals related to student progression, performance, and graduation. The unit administers state, federal and institutional financial aid and scholarship programs and collaborates with other campus units in coordinating student transition initiatives that lead to positive adjustment, academic success and persistence to degree completion.
Description of Work
The primary purpose of the position is to assist the Director of Transfer Services in achieving the overall mission of recruiting, admitting, and enrolling transfer undergraduate and graduate students and student athletes. The position is responsible for counseling prospective students and their families about the different programs of study available at Elizabeth City State University. The position will have the authority to independently admit and enroll students and provide appropriate guidance through the enrollment process. The Transfer Counselor serves as the University’s subject matter expert for transfer admissions and transfer credit articulation while supporting strategic enrollment goals and providing exceptional customer service throughout the transfer enrollment process.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills; possess strong organizational and analytical skills; must possess good public speaking and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate an adequate knowledge of current education practices in higher education and trends for high schools, community colleges, and colleges and universities, with particular emphasis on recruitment and admissions; must be knowledgeable of academic programs offered and admission requirements.
Must be proficient in the Banner Student Module, Internet Native Banner, AdmissionPros, Self-Service Banner and Microsoft Word applications.
Possess the ability to work travel overnight and work evenings and weekends.
Minimum Training and Experience
Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. A valid driver’s license is required.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Staff
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00621P
Job Open Date
09/30/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7839
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
[contact details available in the full listing]
Classification Title
Admissions Counselor
Working Title
Transfer Counselor
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Unit
Enrollment Management
Section
Admissions (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Enrollment Management unit is responsible for attracting, admitting, and enrolling eligible students, in accordance with university policies. The unit facilitates the development, implementation and monitoring of academic policies, practices and procedures to meet goals related to student progression, performance, and graduation. The unit administers state, federal and institutional financial aid and scholarship programs and collaborates with other campus units in coordinating student transition initiatives that lead to positive adjustment, academic success and persistence to degree completion.
Description of Work
The primary purpose of the position is to assist the Director of Transfer Services in achieving the overall mission of recruiting, admitting, and enrolling transfer undergraduate and graduate students and student athletes. The position is responsible for counseling prospective students and their families about the different programs of study available at Elizabeth City State University. The position will have the authority to independently admit and enroll students and provide appropriate guidance through the enrollment process. The Transfer Counselor serves as the University’s subject matter expert for transfer admissions and transfer credit articulation while supporting strategic enrollment goals and providing exceptional customer service throughout the transfer enrollment process.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills; possess strong organizational and analytical skills; must possess good public speaking and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate an adequate knowledge of current education practices in higher education and trends for high schools, community colleges, and colleges and universities, with particular emphasis on recruitment and admissions; must be knowledgeable of academic programs offered and admission requirements.
Must be proficient in the Banner Student Module, Internet Native Banner, AdmissionPros, Self-Service Banner and Microsoft Word applications.
Possess the ability to work travel overnight and work evenings and weekends.
Minimum Training and Experience
Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. A valid driver’s license is required.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Staff
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00621P
Job Open Date
09/30/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7839
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
- Are you a current employee of the university?
- Yes
- No
- Have you earned a Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately
accredited institution?
- yes