Associate Vice President of Advising and Transfer Enrollment Operations

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

• Posted:
  May 22, 2026
• Level: Executive 1
• Employment Type:
  
  Management / Confidential
• Hours:
  
  Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  August 2026
• Work Location:
  
  CT State CC (185 Main Street New Britain, CT 06051)
• Work Modality:
  On site;
  Position is not remote
• Closing Date:
  Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by June 24, 2026.

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.

Under the direction of the Division of Enrollment Management to the VP of Enrollment Management, the Associate Vice President of Advising and Transfer Enrollment Operations is responsible for the Advising and Transfer Operations through effective performance in these essential duties:

• Leadership & Strategic Vision
  • Provides strategic leadership and direct guidance to campus leadership across CT State on advising and transfer operations, ensuring consistency, regulatory compliance, and alignment with BOR, institutional, state, and national standards while fostering an equity-centered culture grounded in best practices and institutional data.
  • Serves as Co-Chair of the Statewide Advising Council and represents the Division of Enrollment Management on internal and external committees, collaborating with Academic Affairs, campus partners, and external constituents to advance initiatives, policies, and transfer practices that strengthen student outcomes.
• Data & Reporting
  • Collects, evaluates, and analyzes qualitative and quantitative data to develop statewide benchmarks, performance measures, and assessment metrics related to advising, retention, and transfer; produces reports and NECHE documentation for campus stakeholders, senior leadership, and Institutional Research to support data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Cultivates and manages strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders — including higher education institutions, state agencies, community-based organizations, and local school districts — while collaborating across Enrollment Management, Academic Affairs, and Student Affairs to develop goals and strategies aligned with the CT State strategic plan.
• Professional Development & Training
  • Serves as the institutional point person for Guided Pathways Advising and transfer-related initiatives, collaborating with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and the Director of Student Success Technology to support CRM training, professional…