Transfer Adviser

As a SCAD transfer adviser, you will evaluate all transcripts, including AP, CLEP, International Baccalaureate, A-Level, dual-enrolled, and M.Arch. graduate transcripts for transfer students to ensure they reflect fulfilled coursework. You will then enter transfer credits into Banner and produce transfer evaluations to send students a letter of explanation. As needed, you will meet with students to go over their transfer evaluations and other transfer credit-related issues such as first quarter registration and the transfer credit portfolio review process. You will register transfer students in classes appropriate to their chosen major, taking into consideration transfer credits and course sequencing. You will also register non-degree seeking, transient, transfer, and certificate eLearning and joint-enrolled students. You may also recommend additional courses needed for incoming students.

In this role, you will organize transfer evaluations and portfolios for review of studio credit and review courses for current students for transient approval. Responsibilities include the evaluation of catalogs from other colleges to recommend appropriate courses for applicants who request advisement and communication with students regarding catalog evaluations. You will meet with prospective students and their families as needed and may occasionally travel for recruitment and admission purposes. You will also participate in all admission special events, including orientation. Other duties may be assigned at any time to ensure the success of the department and to carry out the mission statement of the university.

The Savannah College of Art and Design exists to prepare talented students for careers in the visual and performing arts, design, the building arts, and the history of art and architecture. The university emphasizes learning through individual attention in a positively oriented environment. 

Minimum qualifications:      

• Bachelor’s degree   
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

Work hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.    

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.