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Job Title: Evaluation Specialist - Office of the Registrar
Location: Azusa, California, CA United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 09/18/2024
Expire Date: 11/18/2024
Job Categories: Education
Job Description
Evaluation Specialist - Office of the Registrar
APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is pleasing to God and edifying to one another.

The primary responsibility of this position is assuring that student’s needs are met regarding assessment of transfer credits through the management of the evaluation process as professional students apply for and complete a professional undergraduate degree at APU. This position is also responsible for promoting consistency and clarity in the area of transfer guidelines and articulation agreements.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree.

Required Experience

Two to four years experience with databases and/or university student services.
Familiarity with higher education.

Primary Duties/Essential Functions

In agreement with the purpose and goals of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students.
Perform specialized activities by providing program representatives/academic records counselors and departments with accurate and current information regarding the transferability of courses taken at other colleges and universities for the program, which a student intends to pursue, or complete at APU.
Evaluate transfer work from regionally accredited colleges and universities for the Entry-level Master’s (ELM) program, and create corresponding transfer guidelines.
Evaluate transfer work from regionally accredited colleges and universities, Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT), CSU Breadth, IGETC certification, Advanced Placement and CLEP for course equivalency with APU courses to clear major, GE requirements, and elective courses.
Performs transfer evaluations for applicants as requested by the Recruitment Program Representatives.
Record and maintain pertinent information in evaluation process to respond to student inquiries and track completed and pending evaluations.
Post transferable courses to the student’s academic record initially at the time of admission, and on an ongoing bases as official transcripts are submitted by the student which enables students, Academic Record’s Counselors and academic departments to access the student’s academic advising report which provides clarity on the student’s progress in completing an APU degree.
Interpret and communicate policies regarding evaluation to Program Representatives, Academic Records Counselors, and academic departments for counseling students and staff.
Research and review college catalogs to compare course descriptions and syllabi to verify equivalency with APU and create transfer guidelines for prospective students.
Participates in development of Registrar policies and practices as related to the processes for all evaluations, tracking and degree audits.
Represents the Office of the Registrar on assignments and committees as delegated by the Registrar or Associate Registrar.
Informs the Associate Registrar of situations or pending problems, which would prevent the delivery of services to students, faculty, or staff, or lessen the quality of these services.
Regular, punctual attendance as required by the supervisor based on department needs.
Committed to a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values diversity.
Support, affirm, and sustain the beliefs, values, and mission of the university in all facets of one’s role and through the university’s daily living expectations.
Assists with Commencement planning and execution, and is required to work all commencement events (Winter and Spring) of each calendar year.
Assume other duties as assigned by the Associate Registrar.

Skills

Excellent computer skills.
Good organizational, problem solving, and oral and written communication skills.
Ability to balance a variety of tasks and demands.
Typing speed of 45 wpm and knowledge of office operations.

Mental Demands

Ability to work under pressure, exuding a mature demeanor while multi-tasking in a deadline oriented environment with accuracy and consistency.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team, as well as an independent contributor.
Ability to exercise good judgment and discretionary skills in determining when to act independently and when to consult management prior to taking action.
Self-starter with a positive attitude.

Physical Demands

Requires repetitive motions and sitting at computer keyboard.
Hearing and speaking on the telephone.
Able to conduct business at other offices on campus.
Able to lift, bend, grasp, reach, lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.

Visual Demands

Reading, writing notes, and computer monitor.

Environment

Pleasant office, comfortable temperatures.

Technologies

Proficient in Google Apps., Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.

Compensation

Grade 8: $21.44 to $24.66 is the hourly compensation for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package.

Azusa Pacific University is a Christ-centered, multicultural community that values and seeks faculty and staff who are committed to diversity, work effectively with diverse populations, and engage others in ways that honor our rich cultural mosaic and biblical foundation. Please click the links to learn more about 'what we believe', our 'missions statement', and 'statement of faith'.
You can learn more about APU by watching the stories of faculty, staff, and alumni as they carry out our mission here: http://www.apu.edu/stories/
Azusa Pacific University will conduct a background check on all final candidates.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled unless otherwise stated. Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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