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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Senior Transfer Evaluator - Boca Raton, FL.

The Senior Transfer Evaluator serves as the lead for reviewing and evaluating application materials and degree audits for undergraduate transfer student applicants. A member of the undergraduate admissions team and subject matter expert in ensuring transfer students experience a smooth transition into the Florida Atlantic community.

Summary of Responsibilities:

+ Apply institutional policies to determine admissibility to programs and upper-division status.

+ Maintain knowledge of academic advising policies related to time to degree, excess credit hour surcharge, catalog year rules, and degree audit exceptions.

+ Partner with college academic advisors to clarify program progression, remaining coursework, and anticipated graduation timelines for high-credit transfer students.

+ Coordinate with Enrollment Processing, Registrar’s Office, and academic departments to resolve credit discrepancies or unique transfer cases.

+ Track and regularly run reports on status of applications for the high credit transfer population from application to decision.

+ Maintain updated knowledge of state-wide articulation agreements, common prerequisite manual (CPM), and program-specific requirements.

+ Communicate regularly with departments regarding curriculum updates, prerequisite expectations, and degree progression needs for high-credit transfers.

+ Represent Undergraduate Admissions at college meetings and provide data/feedback on transfer student trends and challenges.

+ Provides outreach and support to students applying with excess credits to ensure timely submission of documents, onboarding steps, and answers questions regarding their application, credits, decision status, and the appeals process.

+ Support enrollment initiatives by participating in admissions events such as open houses, orientation, etc.

+ Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned by the Director or Associate Director.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

+ Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

+ State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

+ State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

+ Sick Leave Pool Program.

+ Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

+ Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day

+ Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization required.

Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population, think critically and work collaboratively with other departments within the University.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Excellent customer service, problem solving and organizational skills and the ability to work independently on projects and to assist a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, parents and administrators.

Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment and use independent decision making to ensure that projects are completed within deadlines while providing top service to our constituents.

Strong skills in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Access and Word and demonstrated ability to learn new technology platforms (Banner, Workday, etc.) is essential to success in this position.

Salary:

$55,000 - $58,000 per year.

College or Department:

Undergraduate Admissions

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Occasional evenings and weekends are required.

Application Deadline:

2025-12-05

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email [email protected]. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.

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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.