Academic Evaluator II

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Job description

The Opportunity:

Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Academic Support Services, this position reviews Programs of Study and evaluates incoming transfer credit for equivalency with courses required by UCF and updates the Graduate Plan of Study (GPS/degree audit). Explains and/or clarifies academic policies/procedures related to transfer credit to students, faculty, and program staff. Oversees preparations and attends commencement. Provides quality customer service to graduate students, faculty, and program staff.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews, evaluates, and processes graduate level transfer credit requests. Resolves GPS (degree audit) related issues regarding graduate transfer credit.

• Assists in evaluating and processing Programs of Study/eForms. Ensures GPS (degree audit) course substitutions/course moves comply with the Catalog Year/Requirement Term, as well as with graduate policy. Assists with monitoring and enforcing 7-Year Rule and ensuring timely completion of graduate programs.

• Processes late Intent to Graduate (ITG) requests, contacts students and major advisers regarding hooding ceremony, and communicates with college contacts at each phase of the graduation certification process. Conducts the final certification process each semester and awards degrees once all requirements are met.

• Assists in completing the grade change process for graduate courses in collaboration with faculty, department chairs, and deans as well as the Registrar's office. Notifies students regarding grade change.

• Updates the student database (PeopleSoft) and document imaging system (ViewStar). Removes Holds from student accounts after completion of required forms and trainings.

• Provides quality customer service to graduate students via phone, email, or in person. Communicates with graduate department faculty and staff as well as other university offices to resolve student issues regarding admission, student services, academic progress, and graduation. Refers students to others for appropriate assistance.

• Conducts degree certification, graduation and related POS eForm training for college partners across all academic colleges, when needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information .

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience with data entry.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to function autonomously.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Education assistance

• Flexible work environment

• And more For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here .

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Graduate Studies

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule may vary as required.

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$20.29 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

09-20-2024-12-00-AM

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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