Posting DetailsPosting Number: 0601273 Position Category: Associate Degree Graduation Coordinator Job Title: Associate Degree Graduation Coordinator Position Code: 00657X Position Type: Staff Department: Academic Services & Registrar Nature of Work: The Associate Degree Graduation Coordinator is primarily responsible for improving the retention and graduation rates of student pursuing associate degrees. The Associate Degree Graduation Coordinator assists students in their transition from associate degree programs to bachelor's programs offered at the University. The Associate Degree Graduation Coordinator continues to track associate degree progress for those students who transition to the bachelor's program prior to earning the associate degree and will work to retroactively award associate degrees where applicable. Training and Experience: Required

Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in a relevant position OR in lieu of degree work experience relevant to this position at a level equivalent to the degree and work experience listed

Knowledge of records management and the importance of accurate documentation and evidence-based processes

Understanding of degree and graduation requirements

Ability to work with students from diverse populations and backgrounds

Strong oral and written communication skills

Customer service mindset and experience

Knowledge of and experience with Banner (or similar) student information system.

Knowledge of and experience with Degree Works

Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs

Preferred

Knowledge of and experience with the Office of the Registrar processes in the Banner student information system, especially as it relates to graduation

Knowledge of the university registration process

Ability to comprehend and interpret academic policy, especially related to curriculum and degree requirements

Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving ability Testing Requirements:Illustrative Examples of Work: - Responsible for tracking all associate degree applications for graduation and degree evaluation

· Responsible for auditing, in concert with the academic departments, all applications for graduation and degree evaluation

· Ensures the accuracy of the Banner student information system for graduation applications, degrees awarded, and student name and mailing address for degrees

· Updates Degree Works with course substitutions as needed

· Works with the Registrar to ensure check sheets are aligned with the academic catalog

· Alerts the Degree Works administrator to any potential errors in Degree Works for swift correction

· Works with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness to create reports to demonstrate progress for Title III reporting

· Provide guidance to students as they transition from associate degree programs to bachelor's degree programs.

· Update student curriculum in Banner when they transition to a new major

· Work with academic departments to ensure that students have been accepted into programs before updating their curriculum in Banner

· Update degree audits when grade changes are processed

· Serve as point-of-contact for academic advisors for the associate degrees

· Provides assistance to students, faculty, and staff by phone and email

· Works on the CPOS process to ensure course registration adheres to programs of study

· Assists the Registrar with the move to an automated CPOS process as needed

· Serves on assigned committees and performs other duties as assigned Posting Date: 05-05-2021 Closing Date:
(Screening of applications will begin at date shown and will continue until the position is filled.) Open Until Filled FTE: 1 Special Instructions to Applicants:Funding Source: Title III Number of Openings: 1 If Other, please denote the Name of a Grant: Strengthening Student Success & Retention Programs Fringe Benefits:Salary: $45,000 Physical DemandsFacts About the Institution: Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

EEO/AA/Non-Discrimination Statement:

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution which adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws banning discrimination in public institutions of higher education.

The University is committed to insuring equal opportunity to all students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, physical or mental disabilities, or sexual orientation. It is the policy of Albany State University to comply with all federal laws, including the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 (Title II), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Executive Order (E.O.) 11246, and all subsequent amendments and implementing regulations which prohibit discrimination as above described. In accordance with the requirements above, Albany State University affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, veteran status, disability or national origin in its employment and/or educational programs and activities. Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.

The University shall take action, to the extent allowed under state and federal law, to ensure fulfillment of this policy. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, or to file a complaint regarding violation of this policy, please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources, 2400 Gillionville Road, Suite K-111, Albany, Georgia 31707, Director of Human Resources at 229-500-2026. Students requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Student Disability Services Center, New Student Center, 2nd Floor, Green Zone (Room 2-140), Dr. Stephanie Harris-Jolly, Director of Counseling and Student Disability Services, 229-500-3442. Disability Statement: Applicants who have a disability and who need special services or facilities to apply or to interview should contact Human Resources at 229.500-2026. EEO/AA employer. Optional Applicant Documents:Required Applicant Documents: Resume
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