Shenandoah University’s Office of Academic Advising is accepting applications for an Academic Advising Specialist for Transfer Students. This is a full-time benefited position located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia.

The Academic Advising Specialist for Transfer Students will be responsible for all advising related aspects of a transfer student’s experience at Shenandoah University. Reporting to the Director of Academic Advising, Transitions and Progression, this Advising Specialist will work closely with both current and incoming transfer students in issues as they relate to transfer credits from other institutions, credit for prior learning and progression status in a Shenandoah University degree pathway. This Advising Specialist will play an integral role in the overall transfer student experience.

Key responsibilities:

Coordinates all undergraduate evaluations of coursework from colleges and universities, determine course applicability to degree programs, and post eligible transfer credit to student records in Colleague.

• Transcript Evaluations
• Evaluate AP, CLEP, IB test scores along with post military evaluation and JST transcripts to student records
• Send and share results of course evaluations to students
• Handle inquiries from applicants/students regarding transfer credit question
• Notify students who have outstanding or missing official transcripts
• Promote appropriate and responsible choices on academic matters such as course selection and degree requirements.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality, updates learner advising records, and contributes to the development and delivery of academic advising related events and programs.
• Works to ensure learners receive accurate, timely, proactive, and holistic advising services in support of promoting student success, retention, and program completion.
• Strives to create a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment for learners, faculty and staff
• Supports the Office of Admissions, in particular the Director of College Outreach, in the recruitment and retention of transfer learners
• Coordinates the Permission to Study Elsewhere processes for current learners
• Report trends and progression challenges of transfer learners to the AATP team

Required Skills

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting as well as independently

Preferred qualifications:

• Google Suite proficiency
• Some experience working in higher education, particularly with undergraduate students

Required Experience

How to Apply:

The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

Shenandoah University is committed to enriching its educational experience and culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration, and staff. All candidates are strongly encouraged to include a statement in their cover letters addressing ways in which they may be able to contribute to that commitment.

**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.

Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting as well as independently

Preferred qualifications:

• Google Suite proficiency
• Some experience working in higher education, particularly with undergraduate students