Transfer Assessment Coordinator

Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.

Our mission as Christian educators is to help our students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant leaders.

Job Title: Transfer Assessment Coordinator

Department: Registrar's Office

Reports To: University Registrar

Location: On-site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Annual duration: 12-month

Expected hours per week: Full-time, contained in the standard university work-day.

Part-time hours, if applicable: N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities: Work-study Students

Summary Description: The Transfer Assessment Coordinator is an administrative position within the Registrar's Office which requires a candidate who can produce consistent, accurate results without direct, regular supervision. The role is primarily responsible for ensuring a smooth transition for students transferring to Carson-Newman through the efficient evaluation and processing of previously credit earned from other institutions.

Essential Functions:

• As an intentionally Christian academic community hiring Christian educators, all employees will be expected to advance the mission, vision, and identity of Carson-Newman University as defined in university policy and expressed in our strategic plan and are expected to work as cooperative and collegial members of the University.
• The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees both on and off campus.
• Regular attendance during scheduled work hours reflects a commitment to our shared mission and the campus community.
• If applicable, all work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract.
• As Christian educators, all employees of the University should regularly attend and actively participate in a local church.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to: evaluating prior credit earned from other institutions, review prior dual enrollment credit, and entering eligible transfer credit into Colleague and articulate prior credit into the student's program of study.
• Process credit for prior learning such as CLEP, AP and military credit.
• Reevaluate transfer coursework when a student changes their program.
• Articulate transient courses when C-N students takes courses at another institution.
• Communication transfer policy to students and answer questions related to prior credit earned.
• Work with the Admissions department and other members of the Enrollment Management and Student Success Department to ensure all final official transcripts are received for new students.
• Work with the Registrar to improve data collection to track transfer articulation and ensure accuracy in the evaluation process.
• Ensure all relevant documents are stored securely.
• Assist with other projects and tasks as needed such as new student orientation and preparation for commencement ceremonies.
• Assist with cross-training other staff in the Registrar's Office to order to maintain office duties in times of high demand.

This description is designed to describe the general nature of the job and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned and included in assessments and reviews.

Education: Associate's degree; Bachelor's preferred

Experience: At least one year of experience in an administrative position.

Required Skills: Excellent customer service skills, effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Must demonstrate proper business etiquette and dress in proper business attire. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Conflict resolution skills are beneficial. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with university officials, administrators, faculty and students.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate campus facilities.