Academic Registraion and Transfer Specialist Job Description (54636)

Position Summary The Transfer Evaluator independently applies sound judgment and discretion to manage the review and assessment of transfer transcripts for both domestic and international students. This role supports institutional transfer enrollment objectives by collaborating closely with Enrollment Management and ensuring accurate, timely evaluation of prior academic coursework. Key Duties and Responsibilities Review and assess official and unofficial domestic and international academic transcripts to determine equivalency and award appropriate transfer credit in alignment with Claflin University standards. Demonstrate knowledge of academic programs, accreditation standards, and institutional practices of U.S. and international colleges and universities. Maintain a standard evaluation turnaround time of 72 business hours, adjusting priorities as needed to meet departmental demands. Work with Departments to develop, update, and maintain articulation records and transfer equivalency databases from external institutions. Partner with Enrollment Management to provide preliminary transcript reviews for prospective students when requested. Complete specialized training related to domestic and international transcript evaluation procedures. Communicate with prospective transfer students, applicants, enrolled students, and parents to explain transfer credit decisions and equivalencies. Advise students on degree pathways by interpreting general education and major-specific requirements related to transferred coursework. Process all outgoing transcript orders. Participate in recruitment and outreach events throughout the year to assist prospective students with transfer-related inquiries. Stay current on emerging technologies, tools, and best practices that impact transfer credit evaluation processes. Contribute positively as a collaborative team member while supporting and promoting the mission and values of the University. Provide occasional support during evenings or weekends for university functions such as commencement and recruitment events. Other duties as assigned by the University Registrar.