Transfer Evaluator

Broward College • Austintown, OH

2d • $42,320 - $49,726 • Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, this position supports student enrollment by evaluating transfer students' academic records and military coursework from other academic institutions. Employees in this job classification are responsible for utilizing the student evaluation system, including degree audit and academic transcripts, in determining the efficacy and accuracy in processing the evaluation of student academic records. They are also responsible for performing accurate credential evaluation in the processing of student grades, transcripts, academic credentials, and other relevant academic information in accordance with current policy and procedure. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
• Four years of experience in evaluation of student academic transcripts and/or related experiences in admissions, advisement, and student records.
• Fully proficient in professional and functional standards and protocols of position.
• General understanding of College’s structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area.
• Ability to contribute in multiple related areas within the function.
• Expertise in understanding and following project plans, including the coordination of multiple resources and activities.
• Understanding of and ability to coordinate interdependencies of work within the area and of resources from outside the area.
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations.
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems spec.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (i.e., Spanish, French, and/or Creole) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the student evaluation system, including degree audit and academic transcripts, in determining the efficacy and accuracy in processing the evaluation of student academic records.
• Performs accurate credential evaluation in the processing of student grades, transcripts, academic credentials, and other relevant academic information in accordance with current policy and procedure.
• Ensures compliance with College policies and FERPA by coordinating requests for student record information and verification of student qualifications and academic progress.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, and College policies and procedures by managing and maintaining academic student records.
• Provides assistance to faculty, staff and students by clarifying issues relevant to student access and evaluation of academic records.
• Resolves day-to-day issues by investigating and consulting with other institutions or BC academic disciplines regarding the relevancy/equivalency of the records being evaluated.
• Updates student records by ordering transcripts through the Florida Automated System for Transferring Electronic Records.
• Assists entry level staff by providing training in practical instruction, proper policies, practices, and procedures related to the evaluation of transfer student records.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level