Graduation & Prior Learning Assessment Coordinator

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Arapahoe Community College is seeking a Birth? Graduation & Transfer Evaluator to oversee the conferral process and Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) programs. This role helps students complete degrees, ensures accurate program audits, and coordinates with faculty and staff across campus.

The ideal candidate brings attention to detail, strong communication, and experience with SIS like Banner to support timely degree conferrals and PLA opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience may substitute for the education requirement.
• Higher education experience with direct student contact.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of FERPA and student records laws.
• Experience in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working in student information systems.
• Experience with diverse populations and inclusive work practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage graduation application, degree conferral, diploma production, and related processes.
• Advise students, faculty, and staff on graduation requirements and audits.
• Administer and expand PLA opportunities per guidelines.
• Evaluate PLA documentation and award eligible credit.
• Collaborate to improve degree completion, curriculum, and student success processes.
• Support degree audit systems and transcript evaluation functions.
• Collect and analyze graduation/PLA data for reporting and improvement.
• Promote outstanding service to help students achieve goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Banner SIS

Degree audit software

Excel

Student information systems

Job description

Title: Grad Coord/Transfer Evaluator

Position Type: Professional Tech Full time

College: Arapahoe Community College

Division: Student Affairs

Department: ACC Records & Enrollment Services

Campus: Littleton Campus

Location: Littleton

Salary Range:$55,825 - $63,438

Who We Are:

ACC Careers: Where You Can Move Mountains

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains sits one of the oldest community colleges in Colorado, Arapahoe Community College. With a rich history of educational excellence, ACC embraces a culture that values diversity, individualized support, and unwavering commitment to student success, without exception.

At ACC, every employee is focused and responsible for student success. We promote a culture of inclusivity and innovation through individualized support, passionate employees, and a welcoming environment. Hands on experiences and personalized attention make learning come alive at ACC enabling our diverse community of students and staff to develop the knowledge and skills they need to reach their academic and career goals. Since 1965, ACC has supported a culture of achievement and has been the place of choice for people who want to Move Mountains.

Job Summary:

Arapahoe Community College is seeking a detail-oriented and student-focused professional to serve as the Graduation & Prior Learning Assessment Coordinator. This position oversees the graduation conferral process and prior learning assessment (PLA) programs, helping students navigate degree completion and receive credit for eligible prior learning experiences. The Coordinator works closely with students, faculty, advisors, and college departments to ensure accurate program audits, timely conferral of degrees and certificates, and effective administration of PLA opportunities.

This role combines student support, process improvement, data analysis, and cross-campus collaboration to enhance student success and completion outcomes. The ideal candidate is an exceptional problem solver and communicator who can manage complex processes, provide outstanding customer service, and maintain accuracy across multiple systems and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage graduation application, degree conferral, diploma production, and completion-related processes.
• Advise students, faculty, and staff on graduation requirements, completion options, and program audits.
• Administer and expand Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) opportunities in accordance with college and state guidelines.
• Evaluate PLA documentation and award eligible credit based on established policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to improve degree completion, curriculum, and student success processes.
• Support degree audit systems, curriculum management activities, and transcript evaluation functions.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain graduation, conferral, and PLA data to support reporting and continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote exceptional service and help students successfully achieve their educational goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR an equivalent amount of education & experience may substitute for the education requirement, but will not count towards the experience requirements below.
• Higher education experience working in direct student contact situations/roles
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of FERPA and other federal and state statutes regarding college operations and student records
• Experience in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working in student information systems
• Experience working with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Banner student information system
• Degree audit software administration experience
• Degree conferral experience
• Prior Learning Assessment process experience
• Ability to thoroughly research and troubleshoot complex issues and be solution-focused
• Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Experience working at a community college

Additional Information/Benefits:

All benefits information can be found at the Benefits tab on the top of the page.

This position is expected to work on campus to support collaboration, consultation, professional development, and other instructional initiatives.