Transfer Credit Specialist

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

The Office of the Registrar at James Madison University is seeking a highly motivated Transfer Credit Specialist. The role supports the review and processing of student transfer and non-traditional academic credit, maintains transfer data integrity, and helps update the university’s Transfer Credit Equivalency guide.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to handle and prioritize a large volume of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Ability to work independently and seek advice and direction from a supervisor as needed.
• Ability to serve constituents in a personable and efficient manner.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of university and office policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the functionality of a student administration system.
• Knowledge or understanding of system setup as related to work tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reviewing student transcripts for eligible credit.
• Process transfer credit requests for continuing students.
• Assist with updating the Transfer Credit Equivalency guide using TES (Transfer Evaluation System).
• Assist with posting non-traditional academic credit, including Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and other credit through the Office of Admissions.
• Run queries and maintain transfer data integrity.

Benefits

• Paid vacation leave
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid community service leave
• 19 paid holidays annually
• Health insurance options
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System
• Balanced Dukes employee wellness and work-life integration resources, events, and support
• Tuition waiver for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed