Associate Vice President of Advising and Transfer Enrollment Operations

Associate Vice President Of Advising And Transfer Enrollment Operations

The Associate Vice President of Advising and Transfer Enrollment Operations plays a critical role in collaborating with CT State leadership across all locations and offices—including advising, enrollment management, academic and student affairs, marketing, and institutional research—to ensure the delivery of high-quality, integrated programs and services that meet the diverse needs of all students. This position works closely with the Vice President of Enrollment Management to identify best practices, guide ongoing professional development and training, manage advising technology platforms, and develop responsive programs and procedures to address emerging transfer needs within CT State.

The Associate Vice President also oversees transfer operations and college transcript services to support accurate, timely evaluation of student records and ensure seamless transfer processes. In addition, the role involves close collaboration with the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) system and private institutions to improve transfer outcomes and support clear, equitable pathways for student mobility. The position also collects and analyzes data and maintains compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal policies, regulations, and laws.

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications in the official job description.

Master's degree in education, counseling, student development, social work, enrollment management, or related field; with a minimum of seven years of higher education experience in advising, counseling, or related area.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Four (4) or more years' supervision experience in higher education, preferably academic advising
• Experience supervising and evaluating professional staff
• Experience developing and managing advising programs and services
• Experience leading cross-departmental projects/initiatives and conducting both qualitative and quantitative research
• Experience with data-driven decision making and strategic planning
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

• Experience with multiple technologies such as student information systems, student success and academic advising platforms, digital imaging, reporting and database management, online registration services, etc.
• Experience with programs and strategies to support equitable advising outcomes for students from first-generation, low-income, non-traditional, minoritized, and marginalized communities
• Experience leading teams to deliver high-quality customer service
• Experience partnering with public and private high schools, higher education institutions, related outside agencies, and organizations
• Experience working with student success and academic advising technology platforms
• Experience designing and delivering professional development surrounding academic advising
• Experience overseeing multi-site advising programs

• Salary range; $140,721-$175,901 approximate annual
• Salary is based on qualifications, education, job-related experience, and internal equity

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

For more information, visit: CSCU
- Human Resources
- Future Employees . Please refer to the CSCU - CSCU Executive Residency Requirements Policy, which applies to all positions classified as Management/Confidential at the Executive 1 level or higher.

To apply, submit:

• A cover letter
• A resume

The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.

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