What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transfer Credit Specialist I position at Strayer University?
Transfer Credit Specialist is responsible for the evaluation of documentation for transfer and alternative credit of domestic and international students, as well as interacting with campuses and internal departments to help the institution operate efficiently and follow policies and procedures.
- Review transcripts of course work taken at other institutions, and evaluate course work to determine eligibility to receive transfer credit or advanced standing in Strayer University’s degree and diploma programs.
- Review international student evaluation requests and forward documents for translation.
- Assist in maintaining the University Academic Credit Portal, including grade reporting, trouble-shooting, and processing requests for alternative credit.
- Assist with campus issues and questions pertaining to evaluations, and ensure that all departments conform to established policies and timelines.
- Respond to emails, cases, and phone calls regarding transfer credit evaluation, re-evaluation, course matching, requests to pursue, and policy questions.
- Assists with designated projects as assigned.
Education:
- Significant work toward a bachelor’s degree required, bachelor’s degree preferred
Work Experience:
- 1-2 years’ experience researching, interpreting, and applying university policies and procedures relating to transfer credit or graduation requirements preferred
- Experience working in a team in a demanding, fast paced, deadline driven environment
Skills:
- Demonstrated commitment to customer service
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Demonstrated knowledge of student system technology, experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions preferred
- Work requires attention to detail as well as the ability to manage details and multi-task in a fast paced, deadline driven work environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong command of the English language
- High level of interpersonal skills and demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
- Ability to work collaboratively and support efforts of team members
- Ability to interact with a diverse community and with all levels of the University
Certificates, licenses and registrations:
- None
Mobility:
- No travel required
- Must be able to lift 10 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Fast paced office environment
Physical and Mental Demands:
- Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor
- Travel via plane, car, and metro is not required to perform this job
- Access information using a computer
- Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain
- Effectively cope with stressful situations
- Strong mental acuity
SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.
Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc
SEI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.
$17.75 - $27.00 - Hourly
If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at
Careers@strategiced.com
.Salary : $18 - $27
