Transfer Evaluator

Job Profile Summary

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for supporting student enrollment and program completion by enforcing and implementing transfer credit articulation standards, researching and managing evaluation of transfer credits to support program completion, and compliantly managing award of military coursework in compliance with Veteran Affairs articulation and alignment with the college’s veteran friendly status, and determining transferability of credit from other domestic academic institutions. Employees in this job classification are responsible for utilizing the credit evaluation student system within the college’s student information systems database, including degree audit and academic transcripts, researching other institutions' historical catalogs, in determining the efficacy of course credit. Determine accurate transfer credential and credit equivalency and analyze students transfer coursework to make best determinations when completing the evaluation of student academic records. Responsible for performing accurate articulation credential alignment through the processing of student grades, transcripts, academic credentials, and other relevant academic information in accordance with current policy and procedure. Performs related duties as assigned.

  

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Four years of experience in evaluation of student academic transcripts and/or related experiences in admissions, advisement, and student records. Experience in resolving complex issues, with an emphasis on enhancing customer satisfaction and meeting the college’s service delivery standards.

Essential Functions:

• Daily - 30%: Utilizes the student evaluation system, including degree audit and academic transcripts, to perform accurate equivalency research by analyzing institution legitimacy in alignment with the US Department of Education approval, institutional course descriptions using national articulation standards and regional transfer credit policies to determine transfer of credit eligibility. Research and analyze institutions coursework to determine general education, changes in curriculum, and structure of departmental courses to determine articulation and applicability toward Broward College programs. Utilizes a myriad of mediums in research including microfiche and online catalog archives, in determining the efficacy and accuracy in processing the evaluation of student academic records. Apply strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to analyze system programs and recommend process improvements and solutions, think critically and creatively for awarding credit for a variation of course content. and engage in continuous national and state staff development opportunities.
• Daily -15%: Utilizes multiple systems and support tools, including degree audit and academic transcripts, researching a national repository of other post-secondary institution historical catalogs using CollegeSource, and making updates to include internally aligned course equivalencies, utilizes Florida College and University Postsecondary Articulation guidelines, the State of Florida Common Course Numbering System (SCCNS), implements national transfer articulation rules and SACSCOC governing requirements in determining the efficacy and accuracy in processing the evaluation of student post-secondary academic records. Performs accurate credential evaluation in the processing of student grades, transcripts, academic credentials, and other relevant academic information in accordance with current policy and procedure.
• Daily -10%: Utilizes caseload management of incoming transfer student transcripts to include assessing all additional transfer credentials received, collaborates with students assigned Academic Advisors for mitigating applied barriers that ensure adherence to the college’s policies and procedures, and engaging students. Ensures compliance with College policies and FERPA by coordinating requests for student record information and verification of student qualifications and academic progress.
• Daily -10%: Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, and College policies and procedures by managing and maintaining academic student records. Mitigates helpdesk [TDX (Team Dynamix) ticket requests to research and update student post-secondary transfer credits to support enrollment and program completion. Applies in-depth functional knowledge and expertise when researching historical Broward College course catalogs and general knowledge of national and State general education compliance requirements.
• Daily -20%: Provides assistance to faculty, staff and students by clarifying issues relevant to student access and evaluation of academic records. Resolves day-to-day issues by investigating and consulting with other institutions or BC academic disciplines regarding the relevancy/equivalency of the records being evaluated.
• Daily -10%: Updates student records by ordering transcripts through the Florida Automated System for Transferring Electronic Records (FASTER) to resolve day-to-day issues with other Florida State institutions or local academic disciplines regarding the relevancy/equivalency of the records being evaluated.
• Daily -5%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Fully proficient in professional and functional standards and protocols of position
• General understanding of College’s structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area
• Ability to contribute in multiple related areas within the function
• Expertise in understanding and following project plans, including the coordination of multiple resources and activities
• Understanding of and ability to coordinate interdependencies of work within the area and of resources from outside the area
• Ability to exchange information with individuals and collaborate and colleagues within the College as well as presentation skills
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems spec
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations

Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan

• Wellness Program

• Vacation/Paid Time Off

• Winter and Spring Break Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Job Title

Transfer Evaluator

  

Position Number

P0005857

    

Job Status

Full time Regular

    

Department

Transfer Evaluations

  

Location

Weston Center

    

Pay Grade

714

    

Salary

$42,320 - $49,726 - Salary commensurate with education and experience.

  

Work Shift

First Shift

   

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday/Weekends/Varies

   

Hours Per Week

40

   

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

   

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume and unofficial transcript are required.

   

Designated Essential Personnel

No

   

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

   

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

   

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to [email protected] or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf. 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States.  You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

  

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [email protected].

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.