Credit Analyst/Academic Advisor

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• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan. 
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• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure. 
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JOB TITLE:   

Credit Analyst/Academic Advisor - Office of the Registrar

JOB PURPOSE:

Evaluate academic records of University of Wyoming students to validate college course credits; provide academic advising, as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process and load all applications for admission using computers and software in area; review and update student information as new documents arrive. Load application fee.
• Evaluate and recalculate GPA for most transcripts and all international students.
• Determine the eligibility of students for admission and load as appropriate.
• Provide customer service to students and parents, as directed.
• Maintain accurate records to assure that complete official academic records are on file.
• Train and assist new employees, including student workers. Double-check for accuracy and assist with necessary clean-up reports.
• Meet with campus departments as necessary to evaluate and develop new processes when needed and serve as a resource.
• Provide backup and assist with scanning, indexing, front-desk coverage, and big mailings and data entry.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May travel to discuss questions with prospective transfer students.
• May assist with graduation ceremonies, or special award/recognition events.

COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail
• Judgment
• Quality Orientation
• Quantity of Work
• Service Orientation
• Stress Tolerance

WORK LOCATION: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  Bachelor’s degree   

Experience:  1 year progressively responsible work-related experience

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:  Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Transfer credit processes, procedures, and requirements.
• Academic advising processes, policies, and techniques.
• Problem resolution.
• Available University resources and programs.
• University curriculum and academic policies and procedures related to academic processes.
• Research methods, processes and procedures.
• Degree checks and transcript evaluations.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Manage and maintain records and databases.
• Evaluate and analyze program-related information.
• Perform degree checks and transcript evaluations.
• Analyze course prerequisites, certification, and/or curriculum/graduation requirements.
• Evaluate student transcripts and/or records.
• Analyze program requirements, university requirements, and/or curriculum/graduation requirements.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected]. 

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn move about Laramie, by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/