Transcript Evaluator Jobs in Pompano Beach, FL (NOW HIRING)

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 transfer credit equivalency repositories internally and externally to support program completion, awarding prior learning assessments, determining equivalency and performing 3000 upper division level course articulation, assessing foreign commercial evaluations to award equivalent credit, 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 and foreign post-secondary academic institutions. 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, and adopting national transfer articulation rules and SACSCOC governing requirements to determine 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 policies and procedures. Collaborates with academic pathways subject matter experts to determine course equivalencies in alignment with articulation rules for enhancing the college's enrollment and drive revenue. Provides guidance and training to Transfer Evaluators.
Minimum Education:

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

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Six years of experience as a Transfer Evaluator skilled in researching course equivalency, collaborating with academic subject matter experts, and evaluating student academic transcripts with related experiences in admissions, advisement, or student records.
• Experience in resolving complex issues, with an emphasis on enhancing customer satisfaction and meeting the college's service delivery standards.
• Possessing senior administrative capabilities.

Essential Function:

• Daily - 35%: Manage 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, online catalog archives, and communications with external institutions subject matter experts using varied methods to verify course content and clarification of discrepancies. 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, lead credit system conversions, and continuous assessment for viability accuracy of transfer articulation equivalencies. Research and analyze inefficiencies in transfer articulation procedures as they pertain to required international documentation and commercial evaluations. Communicates with National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) members, to clarify reports or determine services provided, and engage in continuous national and state staff development opportunities.
• Daily - 20%: 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%: Applies Credit Evaluation Proficiency in evaluating transfer applicants and student post-secondary documents and credentials. Assesses credit for foreign and domestic university level transfer course work, military training/work/courses strategically via the Florida Statewide Military Credit Equivalency repository and American Counsel Education (ACE), and "Equivalency repository" Credit or Clock Hour for Military Experience. Updates varied forms for Military, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), Articulation, and Dynamic forms. Attends curriculum committee meetings to receive up-to-date knowledge about changes to the institutions catalog of courses. 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.
• Daily -15%: Provides policy recommendations to support updated governance and practices. Maintains an inventory of transfer articulation agreements, policies and procedures that must be reviewed and updated. [i.e., TES (Transfer Evaluation System (TES)]. Conducts audits to ensure adherence to transfer articulation agreements, policies, and regulatory requirements, contributing to the overall quality assurance of credit evaluation processes. Responsible for Onboarding and assisting new entry level Transfer Evaluation team members by providing 6 - 10 months of practical instruction, proper policies, practices, and procedural training. Train new evaluators with essential knowledge on credit evaluation standards, proper assessment of industry and institutional transfer policies and practices, system tools and required procedures related to the evaluation of transfer student records. Conducts presentations to Advising teams to convey evaluation process updates, demonstrates how to access college system tools to determine equivalencies, and shares new state mandates around transfer of credit. Applies compliance standards in alignment with college policies and the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) by coordinating requests for student record information, engaging students about their records, and the verification of student qualifications and academic progress.
• Daily - 10%: Manage timely and accurate support to student services support staff, faculty, and students by providing applicable training and guidance about transfer credit articulation to Admission Teams, Academic Advisors, Success Coaches, Student Records team members, in response to student inquiries, and departments regarding transferability of courses and viability and acceptance of external institution credits. Mitigates issues relevant to student access and evaluation of academic records. Manages and 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. Demonstrates the ability to strategize, plan work solutions, adapt to changes in workflow and adjust to work priorities. Attends national and state knowledge-based training development webinars and conferences to stay ahead in the field and Network with other post-secondary institution experts nationally and Statewide to maintain best in class standards.
• Daily - 5%: Investigates, consults, and updates student records by electronically requesting transcripts from State institutions 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.
• As Needed - 5%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• In-depth functional knowledge and expertise in area of specialization and general knowledge of related areas in the College
• Ability to perform complex administrative analysis with only general supervision
• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coordination and communication skills used appropriately influence the decision-making of individuals and groups at all levels in the College
• Ability to plan and manage own work flow, priorities and results accomplishment
• Requires the ability to present and disseminate data to various levels
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with a diverse employee and student population

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
715
Salary
$54,244 - $57,244 - 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
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 jobs@broward.edu 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 nanders1@broward.edu.
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.