Transfer Credit Evaluator (aHEO) - STAR Center

POSITION DETAILS

New York City College of Technology (City Tech) of the City University of New York (CUNY), a comprehensive college in downtown Brooklyn offering 58 associate and baccalaureate degrees, invites applications for a Transfer Credit Evaluator in the STAR Center (Transfer Student Center).

The Transfer Credit Evaluator will process transfer credits and incorporate the courses into the transfer equivalency tables. Additionally, the job involves meticulous checking, reviewing, and verifying the inventories of transfer institutions. The principal responsibilities include assessing students' transcripts, providing personalized reports of transferred credits, and counseling them on awarded transfer credits. The evaluator oversees compliance with all University transfer policies and advises faculty and staff on how to apply for transfer credit appropriately. The Transfer Credit Evaluator also uses technical proficiency with computer systems and digital applications to build electronic files and update student records.

Reporting to the Director of STAR, the Transfer Credit Evaluator will:

• Review transcripts, placement test scores, AP, CLEP, IB, and other advanced placement documents for authenticity and adequate credits for course equivalencies, implementing the College's established policies and procedures for transferring prior college and military credits, and ensuring compliance with the College???s, Federal, and New York State regulations and policies.
• Apply transferable credits to students??? accounts that can fulfill general education and program requirements.
• Perform unofficial transfer credit evaluations for prospective applicants and advise them on pre-transfer course recommendations.
• Record and enter prior transfer credit data, including college coursework, approved credentials/certifications, military credit, and college-level exams, into CUNYfirst promptly; review the accuracy of credits entered and modify as necessary.
• Collaborate with academic advisors, academic departments, and the transfer credit specialist to maintain transfer course equivalency rules in CUNYfirst and the Transfer Evaluation System (TES) for non-CUNY institutions.
• Provide information to the appropriate parties about the status of individual students' transfer credits. Receive, maintain, and relay information regarding the academic background of transfer students to the appropriate parties.
• Maintain student information databases and resolve issues with student records.
• Provide training and oversight of College Assistants, Academic Advisors, and other personnel in the Transfer Services Office as needed.
• Consult on-campus faculty program area specialists for advice as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The flexibility to work evenings and weekends as assigned is expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior administrative experience in higher education, and in particular, experience with student recruitment, and/or a working knowledge of principles of university transfer credit practices, are highly desirable.
• In consultation with the Transfer Credit Evaluator Lead, the ability to interpret and apply a variety of policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not exist
• Strong attention to detail with strong research, writing, and analytical competencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Ability to work in a setting where teamwork and cooperation are highly valued
• Ability to creatively solve problems, prioritize responsibilities, and achieve established goals.
• Ability to continuously synthesize data, provide data analytics, and adapt well to constant change.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as assigned.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Supports student enrollment activities and processing.

• Provides direct student services and works collaboratively with other units to support registration, payment, and related activities
• Conducts workshops on enrollment management services and processes
• Counsels students, staff and faculty on academic registration, admissions, testing, and related processing
• Manages student information databases and resolves issues with student records and transactions
• Ensures compliance with college, Federal, and New York State regulations and policies
• Creates and updates content for web pages, bulletins, and other media to ensure effective communications to students and campus community
• May supervise clerical and/or part-time staff and coordinate work schedules
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$47,861-$57,517. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of resumes to begin on or after 11/22/2024

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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Location

NYC College of Technology

About CUNY NYC College of Technology

New York City College of Technology is a baccalaureate and associate degree-granting institution committed to providing broad access to high quality technological and professional education for a diverse urban population. City Tech’s distinctive emphasis on applied skills and place-based learning built upon a vibrant general education foundation equips students with both problem-solving skills and an understanding of the social contexts of technology that make its graduates competitive. A multi- disciplinary approach and creative collaboration are hallmarks of the academic programs. As a community City Tech nurtures an atmosphere of inclusion, respect, and open-mindedness in which all members can flourish.

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