Evaluator

Full job description Summary of Position The Student Affairs Division at Red Rocks Community College is seeking applications for a dynamic and precise Incoming Transcript Evaluator to join our team. The successful candidate will research, analyze, and evaluate incoming transcripts and other academic records for equivalency and course transfer credit using independent judgment and the application of complex and specialized academic rules and regulations; validate courses, units, and grades.
Essential Responsibilities Determines validity and transferability of classes. Makes transfer credit decisions. Enters all eligible courses into Banner, and tracks PLA credit. Develops, implements, and maintains appropriate office procedures to guarantee efficiency and accuracy. Coordinates with Academic Affairs and accurately maintains all articulation agreements of credits between the college and other educational agencies. Translates college and CCCS policies/procedures, articulation agreements, CDHE guidelines, and military guidelines. Provides information and guidance regarding incoming transfer credit. Conducts research and uses judgment to resolve Student Record issues. Coordinates and maintains the document retention activities according to requirements established by Colorado and CCCS guidelines with other staff members in Student Records. Creates processes and procedures to accurately, quickly, and effectively scan and index transcripts.
Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Education Substitution: A combination of education and relevant directly related technical/professional work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. (For example: records processing, accounting, assessment, office experience etc.)


Preferred Qualifications : Membership in or experience working in diverse communities and supporting the success of individuals from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.



Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Ability to work from campus (primarily our Lakewood campus with occasional hours at the Arvada campus). Ability to be thorough, consistent, and accurate in the interpretation of records against criteria. Ability to maintain resources which document and update criteria. Ability to make accurate records. Ability to organize work to meet deadlines. Ability to safeguard the confidentiality and security of records.



Physical and Cognitive Demands: The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position:

Constantly uses a computer and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc. to enter, retrieve and manipulate data. Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills. The person in this position consistently communicates with internal and external community members and students. Must be able to give and receive information accurately and present information to individuals. The person in this position constantly interprets, analyzes, and researches eligibility. Must be able to comprehend and interpret complex regulations or requirements and to apply them in the evaluation process. About Red Rocks Community College Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission , which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.


We encourage applications from individuals whose background and interests align with our commitment to inclusiveness and welcome you to visit the RRCC Inclusion & Diversity webpage for additional information.


With an unrivaled reputation grounded in our Values, we stand out as a cutting-edge model in higher education. We are one of the first community colleges in the country to offer both Bachelor's and Master's degree programs. Our continued pursuit of excellence is instilled in our employees and has inspired a dynamic and passionate culture.



Department Information: The Student Records department is responsible to provide effective coordination, processing and maintenance of many student processes and procedures. This unit processes transcripts, grades, transcript evaluations, prerequisite overrides, the College Opportunity Fund processing, No Show reporting, demographic changes to name and social security numbers, correcting duplicate student accounts, residency classification for tuition purposes, coordinates the graduation process and prints diplomas. This department is a source for FERPA guidelines and processing legal requests for student information. This department is responsible for data corrections and state reporting, along with reporting to the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) and The National Student Clearinghouse. This unit is expected to provide excellent customer service to students and staff within the boundaries of federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures.



Work Environment and Typical Work Schedule: Work is generally performed in an office environment. Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May require hours outside of regular office hours, and occasional weekend hours. This position is eligible for an alternate work arrangement. (After the Associate Registrar approves an alternate work arrangement, this position is eligible for one remote day a week.)


Works directly with students with transcript and Student Records related questions. Interacts with Student Affairs staff members and Academic Affairs faculty and administration.
Benefits: RRCC offers a range of benefit choices (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, Supplemental Retirement Plans, PERA, Disability Benefits, and more). For additional information, please visit the CCCS Employee Benefit Website.



Starting Salary: Starting salary is determined by education and experience in accordance with our compensation plan.



Notice to all Applicants: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, may include a motor vehicle record review, fingerprints, psychological examination, polygraph, physical, and/or drug screen, depending on the nature of the position. More information on our background check procedure can be found in System Procedure (SP) 3-10a. Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this within your application materials. Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts within thirty (30) days of hire. Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment. Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify. Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. All Red Rocks Community College employees, except student employees, contribute to Colorado PERA at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security. Final candidate must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace and will need to be a Colorado resident on their first day of employment. Red Rocks Community College is committed to diversity in its people and programs. Red Rocks Community College is an equal opportunity educational institution. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.


We also believe in going further. At Red Rocks Community College, we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.


Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.


Red Rocks Community College has designated the Executive Director of Human Resources as its Affirmative Action Officer/Equal Opportunity Administrator/Title IX Administrator with the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. For information, contact Executive Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, Title VII/Equal Opportunity Coordinator, ADA/Sec 504 Coordinator, 13300 West Sixth Avenue, Lakewood, CO 80228. .


Red Rocks Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Jacqui Oakley, Human Resources Manager, at or (Attn: Jacqui Oakley).


For information regarding Red Rocks Community College safety, including crime statistics for the Red Rocks Community College Lakewood and Arvada campuses, please see the RRCC Police Department website. For a hard copy report, please contact . RRCC offers a range of benefit choices (Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, Supplemental Retirement Plans, PERA, Disability Benefits, and more). For additional information, please visit the CCCS Employee Benefit Website.


The Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) provides retirement and other benefits to employees of the State of Colorado.For additional information, please visit the Colorado PERA Website.


Time Off Leave Accruals (Leave prorated for appointments under 100%) Annual/Personal Days: 22.5 (180 hours) Sick Days: 15 (120 hours) Holidays


Benefit-eligible APT will be granted the same number of paid holidays granted to employees of the State Personnel System, pro-rated to their percent of employment. The Chancellor may establish alternate holiday schedules in accordance with the Colorado Revised Statue 24-11-101(3). A list of our current observed holidays are below.
New Year's Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas Day Alternate Holiday Alternate Holiday Alternate Holiday Alternate Holiday Alternate Holidays are in lieu of: Cabrini Day Veterans' Day MLK, Jr. Day Presidents' Day Additional Leave Information can be found by visiting the below link.
SP 3-60b – Employee Leave - Colorado Community College System (cccs.edu)