What are the responsibilities and job description for the Records Specialist position at Palm Beach State College?
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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role
The Records Specialist is responsible for the processing and updating of student records related to institutional credit, credit by exam and experiential credit. Liaison between department, faculty and students regarding issues regarding student transcripts.
What a day of a Records Specialist looks like:
- Assists with awarding degrees via student information system.
- Participates in preparation for all commencement related activities.
- Oversees multiple graduation related duties including the completion of substitution requests, diploma mailing, replacement diploma request and any related duties assigned.
- Evaluates transcripts of transfer students. Determines coursework applicability and equivalency toward degree completion. May make decisions regarding transfer of credits.
- Answers, screens, researches, informs, advises, records, processes and follows-up all customer requests efficiently and expeditiously as received by telephone, mail or personally from citizens, elected officials, agencies, and College faculty and staff.
- Liaison among departments, functions, or groups, within the College. Communicates information to appropriate personnel.
- Identifies, evaluates, and makes corrections of documents. Logs documents received or completed.
- Proofreads typed copy to ensure accuracy. Reviews and revises report and documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Verifies or confirms that computer data input is accurate, complete, and usable for processing.
- Distributes information to personnel in programs, explains procedures, and clarifies new policies and procedures.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED with additional training related to the position
- One year of related experience
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
Skilled in:
- Delivering a high level of customer service
- Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Ability to:
- Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
- Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
- Regular physical attendance required
- Some periods throughout the year will require extended work hours including nights, weekends, and college closures
- Must complete FERPA training within 30 days of employment
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skill
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Work a fluctuating work schedule
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
The minimum base pay for this position starts at $17.47 hourly; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.
Wait, there is more!
- Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
- Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
- Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
- Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
- Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!
Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:
- Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.
- An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
- The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.
Application Deadline
This position will close on February 18, 2025 at 11:59pmSalary : $17
