Associate Director of College Relations, Phi Theta Kappa
Reports To: Senior Director of College Relations
Location: Telework Enabled
FLSA Status: Exempt
Date: September 2026
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Phi Theta Kappa is seeking a strategic, relationship-focused higher education professional to serve as Associate Director of College Relations, helping colleges and universities strengthen their connections with high-achieving community college students and expand transfer opportunities.
This position develops and supports partnerships with four-year institutions and helps colleges strategically engage with PTK Connect, PTK Direct Admission, PTK-designated transfer scholarships, the Transfer Honor Roll, virtual transfer fairs, webinars, and other recruitment initiatives.
The Associate Director works closely with institutional partners to understand transfer enrollment priorities, strengthen engagement with PTK members, and use data and partner feedback to improve programs and identify new opportunities. The position will also continually develop expertise in community college transfer and share that knowledge with professionals across the two- and four-year sectors through professional development, presentations, webinars, articles, newsletters, and other educational resources.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Build relationships with colleges and universities committed to transfer student success.
- Help institutions connect with high-achieving community college students through recruitment, admission, scholarship, and transfer initiatives.
- Play a key role in the continued growth of PTK Direct Admission and PTK Connect.
- Develop expertise in community college transfer and emerging issues affecting transfer students and professionals.
- Create and deliver professional development, webinars, training, conference sessions, articles, and resources for professionals across the two- and four-year sectors.
- Represent Phi Theta Kappa at professional conferences and events.
- Use data, research, and partner feedback to strengthen programs and identify opportunities for growth.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Develop and maintain relationships with new and returning college and university partners, helping institutions identify PTK programs and resources that support their transfer recruitment goals.
- Expand institutional engagement with PTK Connect, PTK Direct Admission, PTK-designated transfer scholarships, the Transfer Honor Roll, virtual transfer fairs, Convention opportunities, and other College Relations initiatives.
- Recruit, onboard, and support PTK Direct Admission partners, including development and maintenance of admission offers, eligibility criteria, scholarship information, student guidance, and institutional contacts.
- Serve as a strategic resource to institutional partners seeking to expand transfer pipelines and strengthen engagement with high-achieving community college students.
- Coordinate annual scholarship updates and help ensure institutional scholarship and contact information remain accurate and useful to students.
- Contribute significantly to the Transfer Honor Roll program through institutional outreach, partner support, profile completion, participation efforts, and ongoing program development.
- Continually develop expertise in community college transfer, transfer recruitment and enrollment, transfer pathways, scholarships, and emerging issues affecting transfer students and professionals.
- Translate transfer knowledge, research, trends, and promising practices into professional development for professionals across the two- and four-year sectors through webinars, conference presentations and sessions, articles, newsletters, training resources, and other educational programming.
- Contribute to professional development efforts designed to help transfer professionals strengthen their skills, grow in their careers, remain engaged in the profession, and provide continuity and high-quality support to the students they serve.
- Develop and facilitate webinars, virtual fairs, demonstrations, training sessions, and other learning opportunities for institutional partners and transfer professionals.
- Represent Phi Theta Kappa at professional conferences and events through presentations, demonstrations, networking, and institutional outreach.
- Provide responsive partner support by understanding institutional needs, recommending appropriate resources, resolving concerns, and strengthening engagement.
- Analyze participation, engagement, and recruitment data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Stay informed about developments, research, and promising practices in transfer enrollment, student recruitment, scholarships, transfer pathways, and community college partnerships.
- Collaborate across Phi Theta Kappa to advance shared organizational priorities and support implementation of the strategic plan.
WHAT YOU BRING
- A relationship-centered approach and commitment to expanding opportunities for community college transfer students.
- Strong understanding of the higher education enrollment landscape, including areas such as college admissions, transfer recruitment, scholarships, enrollment management, and community college partnerships.
- Commitment to ongoing professional learning and developing expertise in community college transfer and issues affecting transfer students and professionals.
- Ability to translate research, trends, promising practices, and professional expertise into useful professional development and educational resources for two- and four-year audiences.
- Ability to build trusted institutional relationships and translate programs and resources into practical recruitment strategies.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, facilitation, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
- A proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently.
- Ability to use data, partner feedback, and industry trends to identify opportunities and improve programs.
- A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- Commitment to inclusive practices and expanding educational access and opportunity.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Phi Theta Kappa is the first national honor society recognizing the academic achievement of students at associate degree-granting colleges and providing opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, agility, stewardship, and creativity while serving our members.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of three years of professional experience in college admissions, enrollment management, transfer recruitment, college partnerships, student recruitment, or two- and four-year transfer pathways; five or more years preferred.
- Experience using PTK Connect as an institutional partner and/or serving as a primary steward of a college or university’s partnership with Phi Theta Kappa is strongly preferred. Familiarity with PTK Direct Admission, PTK-designated transfer scholarships, the Transfer Honor Roll, or other Phi Theta Kappa College Relations programs is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience building institutional relationships, providing strong customer service, delivering presentations or training, and managing projects or programs independently.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and the ability to develop and share expertise through presentations, webinars, written content, training, or other educational programming.
- Occasional travel required, generally not to exceed approximately 10%.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Noise: This work environment is an office-like setting with moderate noise.
- Physical Exertion: The incumbent may frequently be required to lift approximately 10 pounds and/or occasionally up to 25 pounds.
- Vision: The incumbent must possess close, midrange, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to identify colors, judge distances, and adjust focus.
- Speaking/Hearing: The incumbent must be able to give and receive information through speaking and listening.
- Motor Coordination: The incumbent is frequently required to use their hands and reach with their hands and arms and is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements listed are not exhaustive, and additional requirements may be added as needed. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.
NOTE: THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT
Phi Theta Kappa is committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination in all employment relationships, business operations, and programs. Discrimination based on gender, marital status, race, color, national origin, military or veteran status, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information, age, disability, political affiliation, or cultural and religious background is prohibited.
