Transfer Evaluation Specialist

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is :

Grade : Services 205

Pay Range : $20.33 - $29.51

Job Description

ALL INTERNALS MUST APPLY BY 11 : 14 : 25

Job Profile Summary :

The Transfer Evaluation Specialist will help determine program eligibility for admission by analyzing coursework and degrees presented by potential students and accurately recording the results on the student's record and associated WGU systems.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist is a professional individual contributor who will provide support in a variety of moderately complex responsibilities within a college-focused Transfer Evaluation Team.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist will maintain many aspects of the academic record, including, but not limited to, understanding program eligibility for admission, analyzing student coursework for application to the student record, and accurately recording the results in the appropriate WGU systems.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist will create and maintain all pertinent records in compliance with federal and state laws and university regulations and policies. The associate will have solid attention to detail, be a team player, and be an independent contributor.
• High-performing, experienced Transfer Evaluation Specialist may occasionally coach / mentor team members and assist colleagues from other teams and departments.
• The work of the Transfer Evaluation Specialist requires analysis and evaluation of student records to determine applicable transfer credit based on predetermined standards. A Transfer Evaluation Specialist is expected to collaborate with team leadership for assistance on highly complex matters.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist is invited to suggest methods to improve student success and evaluation processes.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist's work is critical to each prospective student's experience and success at WGU.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist works individually and as part of a team to meet individual, team, and department objectives.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist works effectively and reports worktime accurately.
• With general direction from a supervisor / manager and process lead, the Transfer Transfer Specialist is self-managed, taking the initiative and acting independently in completing transfer evaluations consistent with standard practices and policies and our commitment to students (i.e., accurate, fair, helpful & quick).
• When faced with an unexpected student event, the Transfer Evaluation Specialist is encouraged and expected to collaborate with other evaluators, process leads, and management as needed to make a fair determination of competency.
• The Transfer Evaluation Specialist must be well connected and coordinated within their team, project teams, and any applicable cross-functional groups.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours) : This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply : If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer : The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.

Accommodations : Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.