Admissions and Records Officer (CS27-019)

Admissions and Records Officer (CS27-019) To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Admissions and Records Officer (CS27-019). SIUE is a premier metropolitan university committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. What You Will Do Serve as the University's professional resource and subject matter expert for the evaluation, articulation, interpretation, and application of transfer credit for undergraduate, graduate, professional, military-affiliated, prior learning, domestic, and international students. Independently evaluate complex academic credentials and educational experiences to determine transfer‑credit equivalencies, applicability toward degree requirements, academic standing, and official academic record designation. Exercise independent professional judgment in interpreting University policies, accreditation standards, articulation practices, and transfer‑credit guidelines when evaluating domestic and international coursework, graduate‑level credit, military training, and other non‑traditional learning experiences. Resolve transfer‑credit applicability and academic record determinations in situations where established precedent or guidance may be limited or unavailable. Conduct complex analysis of educational systems, institutional recognition and accreditation, grading methodologies, degree structures, curriculum content, and credential documentation. Provide authoritative guidance to students, faculty, administrators, academic departments, Athletics, and external institutions regarding transfer‑credit policies, articulation practices, degree requirements, academic regulations, and transfer‑credit applicability. Support student enrollment, retention, degree progression, graduation eligibility, NCAA eligibility certification, compliance obligations, institutional reporting, and academic record integrity through accurate transfer‑credit determinations, policy interpretation, and articulation decisions. Ensure compliance with University policies, accreditation standards, FERPA regulations, Illinois Articulation Initiative requirements, and national best practices in transfer‑credit evaluation and academic record management. FLSA: Non‑Exempt Minimum Acceptable Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below: Course work in any discipline as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months) 60 semester hours or an Associate’s Degree equals eighteen months (18 months) 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months) 120 semester hours or a Bachelor’s degree equals three (3) years (36 months) Work experience in administrative support, admissions and enrollment, customer service, public relations, records management, or closely related experience. Preferred Qualifications Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution or a combination of education and experience totaling five years of related student records analysis work, records management work, or collegiate admissions/registrar work. Advanced knowledge of domestic and international educational systems, credential evaluation methodologies, transfer‑credit articulation practices, curriculum interpretation, accreditation standards, academic records management, and University policies governing these functions. Ability to independently analyze complex academic credentials, determine equivalencies where established precedent may not exist, interpret policy, resolve exceptions, and communicate decisions to diverse constituencies. Knowledge of FERPA, IAI, degree requirements, transfer‑credit best practices, and student information systems. Strong analytical, research, critical‑thinking, decision‑making, problem‑solving, written communication, and interpersonal skills are required. Illinois Residency Requirement Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out‑of‑state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation. Accommodation If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. EEO Statement Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. Contact We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Illinois University Edwardsville