Transfer & Articulation Evaluator

Franklin University; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio invites applications for a Transfer and Articulation Evaluator who will review transcripts and certifications, grant Franklin credit, and ensure the appropriateness of credit with faculty and student affairs staff.

The role includes processing transcripts, updating articulation standards, supporting partnerships, and handling daily document scanning; occasional extra hours during peak enrollment are expected, with an onsite hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in higher education and familiarity with Colleague SIS.
• Proven teamwork and ability to work with multiple departments.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and task prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Review transcripts and certifications to grant transfer credit.
• Coordinate with faculty and student affairs on credit appropriateness.
• Process and scan incoming transcripts and documents daily.
• Stay updated on articulation policies and corporate partnerships.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding transfer credits.
• Update institutional databases and handle PLC evaluations.
• Resolve transfer-related service desk tickets and support staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Higher Education experience

Tools

Colleague SIS

Job description

Franklin University, a private, independent, accredited, not-for-profit University located in Columbus, Ohio invites applicants for its Transfer and Articulation Evaluator.

Position Summary

The Transfer and Articulation Evaluator will review student documents, most notably transcripts and certifications, and grant Franklin credit based on the courses taken and certifications gained. This individual must also work closely with faculty to ensure the appropriateness of credit granted, and with student affairs staff, to ensure all questions regarding the transfer of credit are resolved. In addition, the evaluator will be responsible for staying current with constantly evolving corporate partnerships and articulation updates, including daily articulation decisions that aim to expand transferability for students. The position also involves daily processing and scanning of incoming transcripts and other various documents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Validates outside institution's accreditation status
• Evaluates course work from outside institutions
• Customer service: Respond to e-mails from both internal and external customers
• Cross trains on own responsibilities as well as other duties within the department
• Work with faculty, admissions and advising staff, and partnership representatives to determine proper transfer of outside course work
• Evaluate Prior Learning Credit (PLC)
• Update institutional databases regularly
• Document scanning (including E-transcripts)
• Resolving Service Desk tickets
• Evaluating international transcripts

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with Bachelor's Degree highly preferred
• Prior experience in Higher EducationFamiliarity with Colleague student information system
• Proven team player
• Ability to work with various departments
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to successfully prioritize tasks

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse population
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• High degree of confidentiality

Additional Notes

• May require extra hours during peak enrollment periods
• Required to work graduation three times per year
• This role will work an onsite hybrid schedule.

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

• Franklin offers a competitive benefits package, incentive program and free parking.
• In addition, Franklin provides free undergraduate tuition for employees and immediate family members,
• graduate tuition assistance for full-time employees and immediate family members,
• and a discount on doctoral tuition for employees.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.