Assistant Director of Transfer and Adult Student Services

Assistant Director of Transfer and Adult Student Services

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Position Classification Title
- Academic Services Professional, Specialist

FLSA
- Exempt

Position Class - 89834

Position Overview:

Join the Ramily! Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is a distinguished institution that combines academic excellence, community engagement, and a commitment to fostering student success. We are proud to be North Carolina's only university to earn the distinguished designation of Opportunity College by the Carnegie Classifications of Higher Education and the American Council on Education (ACE). WSSU is dedicated to preparing students for leadership roles through rigorous programs in health sciences, business, education, and the humanities.

Known for its supportive environment, the university fosters a close-knit community that nurtures both professional and academic excellence. Situated in Winston-Salem, North Carolina—known as the City of Arts and Innovation, WSSU provides students with opportunities to engage in a dynamic mix of professional, social, and cultural experiences. Winston-Salem is home to thriving arts, healthcare, and technology sectors, offering both students and faculty unique collaboration opportunities and professional development pathways.

With its beautiful campus, strong sense of community, and dedication to fostering personal and professional growth, Winston-Salem State University is an ideal place to teach, work, and learn.

Position Summary:

Winston-Salem State University is seeking an Assistant Director of Transfer and Adult Student Services. The Assistant Director of Transfer and Adult Student Services will provide leadership for transfer recruitment, community college partnerships, transfer and adult learner programs and events, graduation services, transfer articulation, academic progress, and operational improvement. This position plays a significant role in advancing WSSU's transfer enrollment strategy by developing strong recruitment pipelines and sustainable partnerships with community colleges and other transfer-serving institutions.

The Assistant Director works collaboratively with Admissions, the Registrar's Office, Academic Affairs, academic departments, Enrollment Management, Student Affairs, community colleges, and other internal and external partners.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Transfer and Adult Student Services include:
Provide leadership for the development, coordination, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive programs and events for prospective and enrolled transfer students and adult learners. Oversee staff, services, policies, and programs that enhance the experience of non-traditional students, including transfer student, adult learners, readmits, and other students with unique educational backgrounds. Develop an annual calendar of transfer and adult learner recruitment, transition, engagement, retention, and degree-completion programs.

Coordinate signature recruitment events such as Transfer Preview Days, Transfer Open Houses, Instant Decision Days, community college recruitment events, adult learner information sessions, and other enrollment-focused programs. Build relationships with community colleges, workforce…