Position Summary

The Transfer Admission Evaluator and Advisor (SSPII) plays a vital role in supporting prospective transfer students throughout the admission process. This position evaluates transfer applications and academic records to determine admission eligibility, provides advising and guidance on transfer pathways and admission requirements, and serves as a key resource for students, community colleges, and campus partners. The incumbent combines analytical expertise with student-centered support to ensure accurate admission decisions, promote student success, and facilitate a seamless transfer experience to San Diego State University.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate transfer applications and academic records to determine admission eligibility, including analysis of coursework, general education completion, lower-division major preparation, and transferability of courses from various institutions. 

• Advise prospective and admitted transfer students on CSU and SDSU admission requirements, transfer pathways, academic planning, and available resources to support successful enrollment and degree completion. 

• Review and resolve application and transcript discrepancies, independently researching data issues, implementing corrections, and coordinating with technical and functional teams to maintain accurate student records. 

• Manage admission appeals and file completion processes, including evaluating appeal documentation, communicating requirements and outcomes, monitoring receipt of academic records, and ensuring timely processing of admissions files. 

• Provide clear and accurate communication regarding admission decisions, explaining evaluation outcomes, recommendations, policies, and available options while connecting students with appropriate campus support services when needed. 

• Support transfer admissions projects and systems operations, including work related to Cal State Apply, transfer planning tools, student information systems, application processing, and data integrity initiatives. 

• Collaborate with community colleges, campus partners, and external stakeholders to promote transfer student success, support outreach efforts, and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the admissions process. 

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact by helping students navigate the path to earning a degree at one of California’s leading public universities. 

• Collaborate with a diverse network of campus partners, community colleges, and educational organizations throughout California. 

• Develop expertise in admissions evaluation, academic advising, transfer pathways, and student information systems. 

• Contribute to innovative enrollment initiatives that enhance the student experience and strengthen SDSU’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career development within the California State University system. 

• Be part of a vibrant university community known for academic excellence, innovation, and student achievement.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university systems in the nation. See what it’s like to work at the CSU—watch our video and imagine your future here: Working at the CSU.

Position Information

• Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.

• Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

Enrollment Services comprises of Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Office of the Registrar, Office of Evaluations, Prospective Student Services, Out-of-State Recruitment and Strategic Partnerships, International Recruitment, Class Schedule, Communications, Financial Aid, Scholarships, and the Cal Coast Student Financial Center. Enrollment Services implements SDSU enrollment management policies and provides services to students from their initial point of interest in SDSU to their graduation.

For more information regarding the Department of Enrollment Services, click here.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (behavioral sciences, public administration, business administration, or similar) and 2 years of professional experience in student services or a related field.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• A master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Key Qualifications

• Help students navigate their educational journey by interpreting admissions requirements, academic policies, transfer pathways, and degree requirements with confidence and clarity.

• Build meaningful relationships with a diverse student population, providing personalized guidance and support to help students achieve their academic and career goals.

• Analyze transcripts, academic records, and student information to make informed recommendations and ensure accurate evaluation of educational progress.

• Use strong research, interviewing, and problem-solving skills to gather information, assess situations, and recommend effective solutions.

• Communicate complex information clearly through one-on-one advising, group presentations, workshops, written reports, and outreach efforts.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, student organizations, and community partners to support student success and program initiatives.

• Apply knowledge of course articulation, transferability, certification requirements, and academic pathways across a variety of disciplines.

• Take initiative in planning, organizing, and improving programs and services while effectively managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Demonstrate sound judgment, cultural awareness, and a student-centered approach when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Leverage technology, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, to manage information, communicate effectively, and support daily operations.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Salary is based on your experience, education, and qualifications, within the department’s budget and equity guidelines.

• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083.00 –$ 7,228.00 /month; hiring salary not expected to exceed $5,083.00/month.

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.

• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.

• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.

• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by June 23, 2026 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

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. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.  Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Tyler Emery, temery@sdsu.edu.