Academic Transfer Specialist

ECPI University; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ECPI University seeks an Academic Transfer Specialist to evaluate transfer credits and apply them to degree requirements. You will use TES and related systems to assess prior learning, including military training and nontraditional credit within tight timelines.

You will verify transcripts, accreditation, and degree information to ensure accurate credit assignment and FERPA compliance, collaborating across departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in higher education, records management or student services.
• Equivalent combination of work and educational experience.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes TES evaluation system and other resources to complete transfer credit evaluations.
• Assists with official transfer credit evaluations, as needed.
• Screens transcripts to update the student’s record for any additional schools attended.
• Verifies accreditation, degrees earned and course/grade information for transfer credit.
• Processes transcripts and documents confidentially to ensure FERPA compliance.
• Works independently and with a team on projects like training, software testing, and meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Independence

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CampusNexus

CollegeSource/TES

Job description

Overview

This position can be a Remote based position.

Transform your Career at ECPI University

Since 1966, the dedicated employees at ECPI University have helped students achieve their goals via practical training and career-focused education with over 50 Associates, Bachelor’s and Master’s Programs. Our culture is to prioritize our students’ success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum.

Visit www.ecpi.edu/employment to learn more about how you can help people improve your lives through education.

Academic Transfer Specialists are primarily responsible for evaluating courses taken at other institutions to fulfill ECPI University degree requirements. Academic Transfer Specialists will ensure the accurate and timely evaluation of credit for all prior learning including transfer credit, military training and experience, and nontraditional credit within 24-48 hours of receipt of assessment materials.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes TES evaluation system and other resources to complete transfer credit evaluations.
• Assists with official transfer credit evaluations, as needed.
• Screens transcripts to update the student’s record for any additional schools attended.
• Accurately verifies school accreditation, applicable degrees earned and course/grade information to ensure transfer credit is accurately applied to each student’s evaluation.
• Processes received transcripts and other student documents in a confidential manner to ensure compliance with FERPA and college/university policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Works independently and with a team to complete projects such as training, software testing, attending meetings and presenting ideas to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of departmental tasks.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• A minimum of an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university; Baccalaureate degree preferred.
• Preferred experience working in higher education setting, ideally in records management, academic services or student success.
• An equivalent combination of related work and educational experience.

Skills/Abilities

• Highly dedicated to service excellence for students, University administrators, faculty and others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and other constituents.
• Exceptional problem solving, administrative, analytical, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• The ability to prioritize work effectively and manage time efficiently.
• An understanding of institutional structure in an educational environment.
• Flexibility to learn new methodologies, technologies and systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• One to three years of experience at an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in student records, enrollment management or student services.
• Experience in:
  • Student information systems, particularly CampusNexus
  • Transfer technology systems, particularly CollegeSource/TES
  • Credit transfer models
  • Student success initiatives
• Knowledge of student information systems, on-line catalog and curriculum management systems, degree audit systems, or the use of query tools for extracting and reporting of student information.
• Knowledge of academic curriculum, curricular policies and procedures and systemic impacts of curriculum changes.
• Understanding of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the ability to interpret and apply other federal, state, and institutional regulations and rules.
• Knowledge of credit transfer policies and practices in higher education.

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides a comprehensive benefits program designed to help our faculty and staff stay healthy, feel supported, and maintain a work/life balance. To learn more about benefits at ECPI University, click HERE.

Committed to excellence and innovation, ECPI University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.