Florida Gulf Coast University
Assistant Director, Transfer Articulation & Admissions Processing
Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Transfer Articulation & Admissions Processing is responsible for the processing of Undergraduate Admissions Transfer Applications, Undergraduate Transfer Course Credit Articulation, and Residency. The Assistant Director develops business practices and procedures that ensure applications and all supporting materials are expeditiously and accurately processed. Supervises a team of professional and support staff.
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.
Job Description Typical duties may include but are not limited to: Oversees, coordinates, and participates in the planning, implementation, documentation, administration, and maintenance of Transfer Articulation. Researches transfer course content, and encodes and maintains Transfer Articulation Catalog. Works with academic advisors, colleges/schools, departments, University offices, and transferring higher education feeder institutions to ensure appropriateness and accuracy of all transfer credits. Composes documentation and writes reports requiring recommendations and conclusions. Collaborates with staff in Records and Registration on degree audit issues. Ensures all admissions records are complete, accurate, and comply with University, state, and federal regulations. Makes corrections in the student record database as necessary. Oversees, trains, guides, and mentors the activity of processing staff engaged in related work; serves as resource for information and problem solving. Assists with the establishment of goals and measures to evaluate success within assigned area of responsibility. Maintains currency of professional knowledge; participates in the evaluation of new technologies and recommends implementation as appropriate. Assist in processing Residency and overseeing Residency processing staff. Other Duties: Represents Undergraduate Admissions on university committees and participates in campus events and other recruitment and yield events. Participates in special projects and initiatives. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Additional Job Description Required Qualifications: This position requires either eight years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions. Experience with large relational databases, such as Banner. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Four years of professional full-time work experience in higher education admissions processing. Experience in applying federal, state and university guidelines governing admission practices. Experience with transfer credit articulation. Experience with Banner and Slate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the position. Knowledge of University Policies regarding Course Transfers and Maintain University Transfer Course Catalog. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines. Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and work effectively in a team environment. Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure. Ability to translate knowledge and learning through trainings into effective business practices. Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved. Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing guidance and motivation while establishing goals and expectations of accountability. Pay Grade 16
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.
Job Description Typical duties may include but are not limited to: Oversees, coordinates, and participates in the planning, implementation, documentation, administration, and maintenance of Transfer Articulation. Researches transfer course content, and encodes and maintains Transfer Articulation Catalog. Works with academic advisors, colleges/schools, departments, University offices, and transferring higher education feeder institutions to ensure appropriateness and accuracy of all transfer credits. Composes documentation and writes reports requiring recommendations and conclusions. Collaborates with staff in Records and Registration on degree audit issues. Ensures all admissions records are complete, accurate, and comply with University, state, and federal regulations. Makes corrections in the student record database as necessary. Oversees, trains, guides, and mentors the activity of processing staff engaged in related work; serves as resource for information and problem solving. Assists with the establishment of goals and measures to evaluate success within assigned area of responsibility. Maintains currency of professional knowledge; participates in the evaluation of new technologies and recommends implementation as appropriate. Assist in processing Residency and overseeing Residency processing staff. Other Duties: Represents Undergraduate Admissions on university committees and participates in campus events and other recruitment and yield events. Participates in special projects and initiatives. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Additional Job Description Required Qualifications: This position requires either eight years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions. Experience with large relational databases, such as Banner. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Four years of professional full-time work experience in higher education admissions processing. Experience in applying federal, state and university guidelines governing admission practices. Experience with transfer credit articulation. Experience with Banner and Slate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to the position. Knowledge of University Policies regarding Course Transfers and Maintain University Transfer Course Catalog. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines. Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment and work effectively in a team environment. Ability to think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure. Ability to translate knowledge and learning through trainings into effective business practices. Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved. Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing guidance and motivation while establishing goals and expectations of accountability. Pay Grade 16