Credit Evaluator and Program Coordinator (part-time)
Job no: 497313
Work type: Staff Part-time
Department: Registrar
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Accounting/Finance, Administrative Support, Data Analytics/ ReportingPosition Summary: The Credit Evaluator supports Yeshiva University students by processing transfer credit for student enrollment, supporting students, advisors, and divisions/programs through updates and reviews of degree progress audits. This is a part-time hybrid position, working 19 hours per week. There is some flexibility in the schedule.The Credit Evaluator is responsible for: reviewing, evaluating, equating, and processing credit for new, transferring, continuing, and returning students; providing professional assistance by serving as a resource for students, staff and faculty in determining appropriate interpretation and application of College policies and procedures as they relate to credit; implementing credit evaluation policies; overseeing data entry of credit; supporting any new initiatives; processing course substitutions; and maintaining the student databases. Additional responsibilities include: understanding detailed preparation for registration, graduation/certificate audits, special credit awards, and researching accreditation eligibility and articulation agreements; attending and participating in staff meetings; serving on teams and committees as assigned; attending training and professional development as required; and participating in projects. The Credit Evaluator must maintain confidentiality and the security of records and must be able to track institutional policy and procedures, curriculum programs, annual catalog, academic regulations, registration data systems, and graduation/degree requirements. This position is an integral part of the Office of the Registrar team and provides superior customer service as s/he supports the goals and objectives of the Division. The Credit Evaluator reports to the Associate Registrar.Position Responsibilities:
- Process incoming transcripts and perform credit evaluations, follow up on missing credentials with students and forwarding institution
- Maintain student records in our student information system and student transcript
- Perform final evaluation checks for students on graduation list
- Answer phones, provide basic information with screening and routing of calls
- Assist with all in person inquiries
- Respond to emails in the shared campus registrar inbox as well as personal inbox in a timely fashion
- Scan documents and student files to our document imaging system
- Assist the Assistant, Associate and University Registrars with data entry tasks as assigned
- Conduct research and prepare reports for Registrar and Dean's Office
- Other duties as assigned
- Train on office and University policies and procedures.
- Position is located primarily at the Beren (midtown) campus but may require infrequent deployment to the other Registrar offices located at Brookdale (downtown) or Wilf (Washington Heights) campuses.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Experience & Educational Background:
- Bachelor's degree and at least 1-3 years of administrative experience in a Registrar's office are required
- One year of transfer evaluation preferred
- SIS experience required (Ellucian Banner experience preferred)
- BDMS or other Imaging software experience preferred
- DegreeWorks experience preferred
Skills & Competencies:
- Must possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. May use other Microsoft programs as assigned. Ability to quickly learn and become proficient in new software and technology is essential.
- Must be exceedingly well organized, flexible and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting diverse people and programs;
- Must have ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient; a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role;
- Must demonstrate good judgment, initiative and attention to detail.
- Must be able to effectively track time and resources to prioritize work assignments among assigned staff.
- Must possess strong customer service, communication and organizational skills;
- May be required to work independently and produce quality work from conception to completion on assigned projects;
Salary Range:
About Us: Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University's retirement plan. Staff members are typically eligible for four weeks paid vacation each year and have access to a shuttle to nearby subway locations.Equal Employment Opportunity: Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Advertised: Mar 7, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
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