What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transfer Credit Coordinator position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00239PO25
Job Family
Enrollment Management
Job Function
Admissions
USC Market Title
Admissions Coordinator
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132594
Job Level
P1 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title)
Transfer Credit Coordinator
Campus
Aiken
Work County
Aiken
College/Division
USC Aiken College/Division Level
Department
AIK Registrar
State Pay Band
4
Approved Starting Salary
$37,735
Advertised Salary Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other Professional
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Transfer Credit Coordinator (Student Services Program Coordinator I), Minimum Salary: $37,735 per year, USCA Registrar
The Transfer Credit Coordinator provides direct service to clients in the Office of Registrar. With minimal supervision, the Coordinator is responsible for facilitating transfer credit and test score processes as well as entering incoming transfer work into the transfer articulation system. Utilizing all available university technology, works with USC Aiken students as they seek concurrent/transient work from other institutions and follows up on resulting transcripts and all data entry related to those. Provides highly efficient front-line customer service to internal and external constituents. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a job-related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Preferred: Excellent customer service/public interaction skills, and knowledge of and experience with Banner Enterprise System. Application deadline: April 14, 2025. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent customer service/public interaction skills, and knowledge of and experience with Banner Enterprise System is strongly preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledgeable in office procedures required.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Proactively and accurately builds new courses into the university’s transfer equivalency tables through consultation with academic units. Maintains the database, ensuring that up-to-date course information is available to prospective and current students.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Coordinates transcript evaluation and admissions decisions for RN to BSN applicants. Works collaboratively with Admissions, and the School of Nursing to provide accurate and timely admissions information and decisions to applicants.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Works with current students who take concurrent/transient coursework, making sure Special Enrollment Request and any possible academic petitions have been done. Keeps records of students’ requests then follows up after that academic period to ensure transcripts have been received and credit awarded. Notifies student, advisor, and Financial Aid when work has been entered.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Develops and maintains cordial and productive relationships with the public, students, faculty, and staff to encourage a positive office culture. Completes other duties as assigned i.e. at orientation sessions and commencement ceremonies.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
20
Job Duty
Utilizing enterprise system, works with Advising and Admissions Offices to facilitate transfer of credit as well as various testing systems for USC Aiken current and prospective students. Obtains copies of transcripts with major/AOE codes from Admissions. Notifies students when process is completed and is available to students who wish to file for a reconsideration of their evaluations. Serve as representative to SC Trac in order to implement and follow through on programs to assist in the college selection process. Work with major feeder schools to verify accuracy of course related data.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
35
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
03/27/2025
Job Close Date
04/14/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 14, 2025.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 14, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185201
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $37,735
