A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
The Office of Admissions seeks a motivated, professional, and experienced individual to serve as a key member of the team to support the enrollment growth goals of the University. Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Admissions for Transfer, the Transfer Credit Processing Specialist will be responsible for the entry credits for transfer students including AP, IB, CLEP, DSST, etc. and college transfer credit into the Banner database. The Specialist will also assist with additional credit evaluation processes and entering articulated courses into Banner as well as other office functions related to student files and evaluations.
Use student information system (Banner) to enter AP, IB, and college transfer credit and all related information at time of admissions and updated transcripts - quickly, accurately, and completely to support degree audit and advising
Train to enter articulated courses into the student information system (Banner) after course equivalency is determined and serve as a back up
Complete TEW evaluation and final reviews of students using Salesforce and Banner
Participate in the release of final transcript holds
Collaborate with the academic units and registrar for courses that need evaluation
Reach out to students when needed about syllabi for course evaluations as needed
Provide continuous, timely, and courteous service when assisting all internal and external customers
Assist in quality control through assurance of data integrity
Assist with special events and activities which could include some evenings or weekends
Perform other duties as assigned in support of office goals and core values
Awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and expectations of college students and enthusiasm to support them
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office software
Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma and commensurate experience at minimum
Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative, team oriented, office environment
Excellent organizational, prioritization and attention to detail skill sets
At least two years of data entry experience
Demonstrated experience of typing with accuracy and speed
Effective interpersonal skills and enthusiasm, as well as respect for individuals
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a high-producing team
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all audiences
Banner SIS experience preferred
Experience with college transcripts preferred
Currently this classification is considered non-exempt in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.