Classification:   Student Services Professional III
Hours:  Full-time / 40 hours per week 
FLSA:  Exempt

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:  $5,540 - $6,100* mo.
CSU Salary Schedule
*CSUMB provides pay scales representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, and CSU systemwide pay for comparable jobs.

Priority Screening Date: October 12, 2025
Recruitment Status:  Open Until Filled

ABOUT CSUMB

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement, CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University, which educates nearly 460,000 students every year. 

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030. 

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz. Nearby opportunities for collaborative research include working in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Silicon Valley, and with colleagues at local research universities, including UC Santa Cruz and Stanford University.

As one of the 23 campuses in the CSU system, CSUMB offers excellent benefits, including access to below-market-rate rental housing on East Campus, and competitive salaries for faculty and staff. With proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and San Jose, opportunities for faculty, staff and students are as endless as the shores of the nearby Pacific Ocean.

PURPOSE:

Under the general direction of the Director of Transfer Admissions and Dual Enrollment, the Senior Transfer Admission Advisor develops and implements new enrollment strategies for transfer student recruitment, coordinates the processing, evaluation, and advising of transfer applicants.  This position is responsible for recruiting, implementing and interpreting admission policies and processes, and course evaluations. The incumbent performs complex Student Services professional work characterized by recruitment, course articulation, independent student advisement and guidance as well as administrative planning to ensure that operational needs of the admissions office are met. This position is part of a dedicated team that specializes in strategic outreach, recruiting, and evaluating transfer credits. The role is instrumental in actualizing and implementing the MOUs and articulation agreements established with California community colleges and other institutions, cultivating community college relationships for recruitment, ensuring informed and seamless new enrollment experience for transfer students at every level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following: 

1. Develops and implements new enrollment strategies within an assigned territory. Lead recruitment efforts for transfer students at on-campus and off-campus recruitment events. Advise prospective applicants regarding application processing and eligibility requirements. Communicate with applicant populations in individual and group settings both on and off campus. Provide prospective students consistent and targeted outreach and guidance throughout the enrollment process. Communicate admission requirements to educational and transfer counselors to enhance transfer pathways while eliminating unnecessary barriers. Counsel denied applicants regarding options and alternatives. Identify potential candidates who would benefit by participation in special admission programs. Following general CSU and campus policies for the assignment of transfer credit, determine and advise on requirements outside of the major that transfer courses fulfill.
2. Maintains admissions and evaluation processes to include efficient entry of transfer evaluations and transfer credits. Responsible for generating and analyzing reports to effectively monitor and manage the transfer admissions population throughout the enrollment cycle. Assists in the development of process work flow to determine best practices for maximum productivity in the area of evaluation and processing of paper and electronic data. Plans, organizes and interprets transfer credits as they apply to university curricula, which includes explaining and interpreting for students and preparing department evaluation summaries. Evaluate individual college transcripts for completion of transferrable units, required GE Courses and GPA. Independently evaluate transfer credit for applicants from test scores and/or accredited institutions. Independently assess completion of additional specific course requirements for impacted majors or special programs. Prepares and transmits individualized evaluation of transfer credit and applied credits to graduation requirement; advises on fulfillment of remaining requirements; assists students in the appropriate appeal process for academic issues. Provides resolution in conjunction with Admissions Analyst with transfer credit posting into the Student Information System, transfer evaluations, transfer credit entry, transfer credit rules, EDI and manual transfer credit entry. Makes decisions on evaluations that are more complex.
3. Obtain all required information to determine eligibility using electronically submitted application data and transcript information. Assess and interpret self-reported applicant information and academic records for determination of eligibility for admission. Independently, solve problems with individual applications by obtaining additional information from applicants and counselors. Reviews academic records and credentials to determine admissions eligibility for resident and nonresident native US applicants. Interpret and apply policies to unusual cases and determine when to refer unusual cases to supervisors. Verify admitted applicant’s eligibility for enrollment. Evaluate applications according to all applicable polices for CSU Eligibility and make final admissions decisions, including calculation of total college units, calculation of overall GPA and Required GE Courses.
4. Completes Admissions Verification process accurately and on time. Assists with data reconciliation and clean-up, including Enrollment Reporting Student (ERSA and ERSS) reports.
5. Participates in admissions recruitment events, such as Open House and Admitted Student events. Attends campus meetings, workshops, seminars, responds to academic department requests pertaining admission and transfer evaluations. Adjusts schedule required to meet admissions file evaluation goals and deadlines, particularly during peak admissions processing seasons. Engages in special projects, committees, and ad-hoc assignments as required or requested by the AVP or VP.

Other Functions:

1. Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Working knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior; procedures and activities of the program to which assigned; general knowledge of the methods and problems of organizational and program management. General knowledge of research and interview techniques; and of the principles of individual and group behavior.

Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations; use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements; obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews; reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data; advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required; recognize multicultural, multisexed and multi‑aged value systems and work accordingly; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts; and, rapidly acquire a general knowledge of the overall operation, functions and programs of the campus to which assigned. Demonstrated ability to make decisions and carry through actions having implications with regard to other program or service areas Services Office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in public higher education, specifically admissions.  Experience evaluating college level coursework, including knowledge of accreditation and articulation.  Leadership experience and/or ability to track and provide lead work direction to a team.

Technical fluency with Oracle/PeopleSoft, CSU Common Management System or equivalent student/financial information system; Microsoft Office Professional; Google Workspace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar, Forms, etc.); 25Live; intranet drives; and internet browsers.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & POSITION DESIGNATIONS:

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check).
• The person holding this position will have a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order EO 1095, EO 1096, and EO 1097 as a condition of employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083  as a condition of employment. 
• This position has been designated as a sensitive position with:access to and responsibility for detailed personally identifiable Level 1 confidential information about students, faculty, staff or alumni that is protected, personal or sensitive as defined in the CSU Information Security Data Classification Standards.
• This position is required to comply with confidentiality requirements outlined in the Department of Education’s Family Educational Rights and Privacy and California’s Educational Code Chapter 13 regarding sensitive student issues.
• This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).  The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107.
• Must possess and maintain a valid license to drive in the State of California, pass the Defensive Training Class, and be insurable under the University's liability coverage.
• May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment with standard equipment and tasks. The position requires working at a computer and desk for extended periods of time.  Requires travel between campus offices and off-campus locations. 

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff remain our highest priority. While on campus, students, faculty, staff, and the community will be expected to follow all campus safety mandates.  

BENEFITS/PERKS: 

CSUMB offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, dental and vision plans; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. For more information, visit Employee Benefits Summary. The University Corporation at Monterey Bay also provides access to affordable housing near main campus. The allocation of housing is subject to several factors, including availability, eligibility criteria, and specific program guidelines. For more information, visit: https://csumb.edu/corporation/employee-housing

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

For full consideration, applicants must complete the required online application prior to the priority screen date found at Careers at CSUMB. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Materials submitted become the property of CSUMB and will not be returned.

CSUMB is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources at (831) 582-3389 or emailinghumanresources@csumb.edu. All employees must be eligible for employment in the U.S.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

CSUMB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and is an E-Verify employer. In compliance with federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics, you can view the notice of availability and access the Cal State University, Monterey Bay annual security and fire safety reports at https://csumb.edu/clery/asr-and-fsr-notices-availability/.

CSUMB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CSUMB is an Equal Opportunity employer seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. We consider qualified applicants for employment for their anticipated contributions and without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or disability.