Transfer Preparation Coordinator

Application first review date, June 29, 2026. 

 

Department Description:

As part of its mission to advance health worldwide, the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has long been committed to achieving optimal health for all patients, communities, and populations, while fostering an environment of excellence and belonging among its students, trainees, staff, and faculty. 

UCSF’s Transfer Prep Program is housed in the Center for Science, Education and Outreach (CSEO), which is a unit within the Office of Opportunity and Outreach. Since 1999, CSEO has provided programs and services to K-20 communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area that lead to student academic success, increased college-going rates, and early exploration of careers in health and STEM.

The Office of Opportunity and Outreach serves as the campus leader in advancing and sustaining equal opportunity for every individual across all aspects of the UCSF mission through ongoing assessment, program development, and consensus-building. We collaborate with the four professional schools, the Graduate Division, and the health system to build unity and connection across differences and nurture an environment in which all individuals can thrive. Our commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination is integral to fulfilling UCSF’s vision of 

delivering the highest standard of excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. 

The Vice Chancellor’s Office of Opportunity and Outreach includes oversight of Advancing Excellence in Faculty and Staff Recruitment and Leadership, the Center for Science Education and Outreach; Climate and Belonging; Community Engagement and Dialogue; Disability, Jewish Life, LGBTQ, Multicultural, and CARE Resource Centers; the Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination, and the direct administrative office of the Vice Chancellor. These centralized services enable system improvements that foster and enhance collaboration, improve our effectiveness, and serve as a cornerstone for innovation and the engagement of all.

Job Summary:

The Transfer Prep program is a key University of California (UC) outreach initiative that strengthens California’s community college transfer pipeline. The program provides admissions advising, academic enrichment, mentorship, and college and career readiness opportunities that support transition from high school, success in community college, and successful transfer to UCs and other four-year institutions. The program equips students with the academic, social, and financial knowledge needed to navigate transfer pathways and achieve degree attainment.

At UCSF, the Transfer Prep program expands opportunities for community college students to transfer to four-year institutions by providing comprehensive advising, transfer planning support, and exposure to academic and career pathways, including health sciences and STEM fields. Additionally, the program supports high school students exploring community college transfer as a pathway to a bachelor’s degree.

The Transfer Prep Coordinator designs, coordinates, and implements services at assigned school sites and partner institutions, ensuring activities are responsive to student needs, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with program objectives and transfer outcomes. The Coordinator provides individualized guidance on transfer planning, academic preparation, financial aid, and postsecondary decision-making while helping students and families navigate complex higher education systems.  

This role requires knowledge of California community colleges and university transfer pathways, barriers that may impact transfer access and persistence, and strategies that promote transfer student success. The Coordinator cultivates partnerships with schools, colleges/universities, and community organizations to strengthen program visibility, expand transfer awareness, and support successful transitions to higher education. As experienced college-preparation professionals, they monitor student progress, design program curricula, and contribute to continuous program improvement.

This position requires 100% on-site presence at high schools and community colleges in San Francisco and San Mateo counties, with occasional work at UCSF’s Mission Center. Applicants must be available to work some evenings and weekends.  
 

Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience and/or training - 3+ years of professional experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding post-secondary opportunities and careers - Strong knowledge of up-to-date information on transfer pathways and higher education policies and issues. Ability to assess their impact on program strategies - Knowledge of K-12 and higher education institutions (UC, CSU, CC, etc.), admissions and financial aid requirements, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures to youth, parents, and school representatives. - Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school district administrators, school counselors, principals, teachers, and community contacts - Strong knowledge of high school graduation and college entrance requirements - Demonstrated cultural competency with respect to race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status - Strong communications (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills - Significant experience advising and supporting educationally disadvantaged students regarding postsecondary opportunities and careers - Demonstrate organizational and program coordination skills, including the ability to set priorities and work on several projects simultaneously - Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team - Must be available for occasional work outside of normal business hours including some evenings and weekends Preferred Qualifications: - Master’s degree and 5 to 7 years of equivalent experience/ training or combination of education and/or experience working with high school and community college students - 3+ years of professional experience working at a community college and/or advising community college students - Knowledge of youth and adolescent development theory, including issues facing low-income, first-generation urban youth - Strong working proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Qualtrics