Transfer Evaluator

Position Summary

This position exists to evaluate transfer students' external transcripts and award transfer credit where appropriate. This requires verifying the accreditation of both domestic and international institutions, determining the transferability and applicability of the individual coursework, and providing an individualized report of transferred credit. This position advises students on credit applicability, and explains the rationale behind transfer credit decisions, and provides details about the next steps within the process.

The position also methodically examines, reviews, and verifies data within our transfer equivalency database, correcting and updating information as necessary. The evaluator advises faculty and staff on appropriate use of transfer credit and ensures adherence to all university, state, and federal transfer policies. In addition, the evaluator employs technical expertise to update student records and create electronic files. Continuous training is also provided by this position to fellow members of the Registrar's office, student employees, and other offices at MSU Denver as needed.

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Duties/Responsibilities

45% - Performs timely and accurate transfer credit evaluations at the time of a transfer student's admission into the university, according to MSU Denver and Colorado state timeline requirements. Evaluations may include awards from regionally accredited institutions of higher learning, alternative credit sources (AP, CLEP, IB, self-paced learning, or military credit) or international colleges. To perform these evaluations this position will determine accreditation status, academic calendar (semester or quarter hours), course numbering system, review the grading policies of national and international postsecondary schools, research and analyze transfer credit, and make decisions on course acceptability and appropriate course equivalency according to departmental policies as well as MSU Denver and CCHE Regulations. They will update the student record by awarding credit and updating the student academic record to ensure the student's seamless transfer to MSU Denver.

30% - This position will be responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the transfer equivalency database within the student information system . This position will add new course equivalencies to the database both using guidelines provided by university faculty and by working closely with faculty to make more specific determinations. This position will also perform audits of the accuracy of the equivalencies listed within the database and update the equivalencies according to changes made either at MSU Denver, at the external institution, or within the Colorado guaranteed transfer curriculum.

10% - This position acts as a subject matter expert on university transfer credit policy, answering students' questions about the results of their transfer credit evaluations, including credit awards and the applicability of transfer work to general studies and degree requirements. They will need to clearly explain transfer policies and guidelines and how they have applied to the students individual circumstances. This position can make requested changes to a student's evaluation if they deemed to legitimately fall within the guidelines of academic departmental policies and MSU Denver regulations. This position advises administrators, faculty, and staff regarding degree requirements, general studies applicability and distribution, state guaranteed transfer guidelines, articulation agreements with non-accredited and accredited schools with specialized program areas, and specific requirements established by various academic departments and interprets, clarifies, and applies policies and standards. Additionally, this position assists transfer counselors and peer mentors by resolving transfer issues, researching course acceptability or accreditation of unfamiliar institutions, and assisting in their office with preliminary evaluations and student inquiries.

10% - Trains, guides, and explains work processes and procedures to co-workers and student employees by educating them about unfamiliar concepts: the purpose and use of various forms, such as faculty transfer credit approval forms or the missing transcript form, guidelines for accepting documents as complete and official; efficiently using various required software programs; navigating and manipulating the student information system; and operating peripheral hardware equipment.

5% - Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience (Please note the equivalency standard is two (2) years of experience equals one (1) year of education).
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resume clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meetALLrequired qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• One Year Experience in a Registrars, Admissions, or Advising office
• Familiarity with Slate or another customer relationship management system
• Familiarity with Banner, Workday student or another student information system

Work Hours

• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Non-Exempt
• Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm.
• Evenings and Weekends: Rarely
• This position is hybrid with some in person days required each week, with occasionally required in person student support events
• Travel: N/A

Salary for Announcement

We anticipate the qualified candidate to be placed between $47,300 - $48,100. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. Additionally, Student Affairs has committed to tying our salaries to an understanding of a living wage. To that end, we will not pay less than $47,300.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Instructions to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3 professional references will be required of the finalist. One reference must be a prior supervisor.

This position will remain open until filled. Please apply byJuly 21, 2025for full consideration.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

If you are an Internal applicant, please apply via the Career tab within the WorkDay Menu

Important Note: Successful applicants will ensure their resume clearly demonstrate that their work experience describes how they meetALLrequired qualifications.

Open Until Filled

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver'sbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.