Transfer Evaluator I
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Evaluate unofficial and official domestic and international transfer coursework for equivalencies to Liberty University and award applicable transfer credit. Must be familiar with the academics and accreditation of domestic and international institutions. Maintains 24 turnaround times and adjusts accordingly for other departmental needs based on current workload. Helps to develop and maintain articulation databases for transfer coursework from other institutions. Works with Enrollment Management to provide preliminary transcript evaluations for students, as requested. Acquire in-depth training in domestic and international transcript evaluation. Able to meet and communicate with transfer prospects, applicants, current students, and parents to answer questions regarding transfer equivalencies. Is fully trained in degree completion plan options and must be able to interpret core requirements for each major with transfer prospects and applicants. Serves at various on-campus events for prospective students throughout the year and advises the student on transferring coursework. Remains abreast of existing and emerging technologies, and processes as they relate to transferring coursework. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission. Occasionally required to assist with events outside of normal business hours, including but not limited to Commencement exercises.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience
A bachelor's degree, or significant work towards a bachelor’s degree, and a minimum of one year of Registrar or other relevant experience is required. Strong computer skills are required. Well-developed communication skills. Must be fully proficient in all academic processes and regulations as they apply to students.
ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government, and community customers and associates.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent purchasing systems and computer skills.
Problem-Solving
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.
Physical and Sensory Abilities
Occasionally required to travel to local and campus locations.
Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel, or stoop in order to conduct business.
Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.
Consistently review electronic documentation of various formats and process data on the computer through various systems and file types.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lit, and the noise level is moderate.
Driving Requirements
If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.
Time Type
Full timeLocation
Hybrid
Pay Range
Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure.
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.
$18.27 - $21.63
The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.