Transfer Evaluation Specialist
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Job Description
Job Title: Transfer Evaluation Specialist
Reporting Relationship: University Registrar
Unit: IWU-Marion
Department: Registrars Office-IWU Marion
Campus Location: Maxwell Center Marion IN
Duties and Responsibilities
- Transfer Credit Evaluation:
- Evaluate and process transfer credits for incoming and continuing students in accordance with institutional policies
- Maintain and update course equivalency records in collaboration with academic departments
- Utilize Indianas Core Transfer Library to facilitate seamless and accurate credit transfers
- Process alternative credit sources such as Advanced Placement (AP) and CLEP exams
- Transcript and Records Support:
- Serve as backup for transcript processing including fulfilling transcript requests and verifying transfer hours
- Update student records to reflect approved transfer work for IWU-Marion students and graduates
- Graduation and Certification:
- Assist in certifying that students have completed all degree requirements prior to graduation
- Recommend appropriate alternatives for satisfying degree requirements when applicable
- Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for streamlining and enhancing the transfer evaluation process
- Participate in ongoing office-wide improvement initiatives aimed at efficiency accuracy and student satisfaction
- Cross-Functional Support:
- Serve as a backup in various operational areas of the Registrars Office especially during peak times such as registration and graduation
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications:According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
- Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred
Experience
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures
- Familiarity with Indianas Core Transfer Library or a willingness to learn
- Experience in transfer credit evaluation academic advising student records or registrar services preferred
- Prior experience in higher education and/or with student information systems (e.g. Colleague Banner or similar systems) preferred
- Knowledge of or interest in process improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) is a plus
Required Skills
- Strong Christian commitment and adherence to the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and continuous process improvement.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability with technology
- Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions and respond promptly to inquiries
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU in covenant with Gods reconciling work and in accordance with the biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living teaching and learning which exhibits honor respect and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences our community authentically values each members earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christs commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C. Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
