Transcript Evaluator

Posting Number:
Position Title:

Transcript Evaluator (Internal Applicants Only)

FTE:

1.0

Position Type:

Staff

Department:

Office of Admissions

Job Summary/Basic Function:

About This Role:

The Transcript Evaluator is responsible for evaluating incoming domestic college, community college, and university transcripts, with a focus on online applicants who are first-time students. This role develops and maintains an updated cross-reference system of courses from various educational institutions. They process information to determine the exact status of transferred classes and provide accurate accounting of these classes to the university records system, academic departments, and student applicants. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Admissions.

What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities:

• Evaluate all international high school and college transcripts to determine US equivalency on all international records.
• Transcribe course equivalencies for undergraduate and international college transcripts.
• Maintain knowledge of international educational systems, and recognize academic, technical, and quarter-hour coursework.
• Assign credit based on standardized transfer tests such as CLEP and Advanced Placement while consulting with and advising students concerning transfer practices and policies.
• Assist campus colleges and departments with course equivalency and evaluate tech-prep coursework.

Key Competencies: (KSAs - Knowledge Skills and Abilities)

• Ensuring precision when evaluating transcripts to determine U.S. equivalency and updating university record systems.
• Ability to assess and interpret complex academic records international and domestic high school, college, and university curriculums, and understand equivalency standards.
• Managing priorities effectively, such as focusing on online applicants while balancing tasks like maintaining a cross-reference system.
• Tackling challenges like discrepancies in academic records or unclear course equivalencies with logical effective solutions.
• Staying updated on evolving educational standards and procedures and adjusting to new policies or priorities as directed by the Assistant Director of Admissions.
• Working closely with admissions and other departments to ensure the seamless integration of transfer credits into the university system.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements are minimal but do include prolonged sitting, frequent use of a keyboard and office equipment, and repetitive tasks.

Job Conditions: Working in an office environment within a university, college, or educational institution.
Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.
Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
• Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits - Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in education, or 4 years' experience in a related field. Combination of college credit and applicable experience may be substituted.
• 2 years' experience in a college transfer and or admission setting.
• Knowledge of interpretation and evaluation of university catalogs.
• Thorough understanding of college course organization and curriculum.

EEO Statement:

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference Statement:

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree preferred.
• Experience in transcript evaluation preferred.
• Thorough understanding of college course organization and curriculum.
• Knowledge of interpretation and evaluation of university catalogs.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
• Skill and accuracy in making mathematical computations.
• Familiarity with transfer software products, Banner preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing.

Security Sensitive Statement:

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Salary:

$33,330 - $43,329

Posting Date:

05/20/2025

Close Date:

08/20/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions:

This job posting is for INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY.