Admissions Coordinator (Credit Evaluations Coordinator)

Admissions Coordinator (Credit Evaluations Coordinator)

POSITION DETAILS

“At Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone’s responsibility”

Nestled in the vibrant Gramercy Park/Flatiron district of Manhattan, Baruch College stands as a beacon of opportunity within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. With a proud legacy of serving a diverse student body exceeding 19,000, we embrace individuals from various cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds, embodying our commitment to inclusivity and academic excellence. Recognized by The Chronicle of Higher Education for our role in advancing student social mobility, Baruch is honored to be designated as a Hispanic and Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander Serving Institution, further solidifying our dedication to diversity and equity.¿

This position is responsible for the evaluation of transfer credit for the foreign and domestic undergraduate student population and awarding of credit toward graduation for Baruch College. The coordinator will also provide functional support to the other members of the Transfer Evaluation Team in advising students on the transfer admissions process and transfer policies and procedures. Reporting to the Senior Transfer Advisor, the Credit Evaluation Coordinator will perform the following duties in addition to the responsibilities listed in the CUNY Title Overview:

Responsibilities:

• Admissions Application Support: Coordinate application processing, including document review, scanning, and uploading to admissions systems.
• Recruitment Event Participation: Represent the admissions office at on-campus events such as open houses, information sessions, and yield activities.
• Student Records Management: Create and maintain student records in CUNYfirst, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional standards.
• Transfer Credit Evaluation: Assess transcripts and advanced placement documents (e.g., AP, CLEP, IB) for authenticity and course equivalency in line with established policies.
• Credit Data Processing: Record, enter, and validate transfer credit data, applying credits toward general education and program requirements.
• Advising on Transfer Credits: Provide personalized reports, unofficial credit evaluations, and pre-transfer course recommendations to prospective and current students.
• Collaborative Transition Support: Work with campus offices to ensure smooth transitions for admitted students from acceptance to registration.
• System Optimization: Maintain equivalency rules in the CUNYfirst credit system and improve workflows to enhance the transfer credit process.
• Comprehensive Credit Evaluations: Conduct credit evaluations for freshmen and transfer students, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Database Management and Issue Resolution: Manage student information systems and resolve record-related issues while providing updates on transfer credit statuses.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree Required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience using CUNYfirst (PeopleSoft).
• At least one (1) year experience in a higher education setting preferred
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed
• Ideal candidate will have excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills as well as strong multi-tasking skills.
• Proficient in Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply college policies and procedures relating to transfer credits and graduation requirements

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Coordinates efforts of admissions and/or enrollment offices.

• Coordinates workshops, intake screenings, interviews and orientations for new students
• Counsels prospective applicants on requirements and standards and provides general information on programs and services in person or by telephone, e-mail or letter; conducts follow up as needed
• Assists in conducting open house sessions and orientations, including group sessions and programs at high schools and in the community at large
• Assists with day-to-day administration and an admissions or enrollment office, including scheduling and preparing and distributing materials
• Represents the Admission Office to the college’s internal and external communities as directed
• Maintains and updates program databases, lists and files to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Admissions Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$60,394-$62,689; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information. Candidates must attach a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

February 19, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29728

Location

Baruch College

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