Evaluation Specialist

Job Title: Evaluation Specialist
Location: Gordon State College
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 305363
About Us

Founded in 1852, GSC is a member of the University System of Georgia. The college has a distinctive legacy of excellent scholarship and service. GSC offers nearly 30 degrees, which includes multiple associate and baccalaureate pathways for students. With an enrollment of over 3,100 students, GSC offers an intimate academic setting with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories. In this setting, students receive individualized attention that only a small college with dedicated faculty and staff can provide.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting in the evaluation and maintenance of student academic records at Gordon State College.

Responsibilities Special Populations Support (30%)

• Prepares and submits Veteran Affair certifications.

• Serves as Designated School Official ensuring federal compliance for international students

• Assists the Office of Admissions, as needed, in the evaluation of transferable credits to determine course equivalencies for degree requirements.

Graduation Evaluation/Preparation (30%)

• Processes graduation applications.

• Assists with planning for graduation exercises and completion ceremonies.

• Processes change requests for Degree Works Audits.

Student Record Processing (30%)

• Reviews and processes Student Academic Requests.

• Assists in processing of Schedule Change Forms, Complete Withdrawal Forms, Late Registration Forms and Petitions for reinstatement into class rolls.

• Process Grade Change and Request for Grade of ¿I¿ forms

• Assists with Unofficial Withdrawal Processing.

• Processes transient student applications.

• Assists with eCampus registrations.

• Supports end of term process and requests.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Campus Engagement (10%)

• Responds to inquiries from faculty, staff and students on a range of academic policies and procedures.

• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree.
• One year of experience in a similar position.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of college transcript, catalog, course, and policy review procedures.

• Knowledge of transfer credit policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements.

• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.

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

• Skill in decision making and problem solving.

• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Commitment to Excellence: Prioritize high standards in all endeavors, striving for distinction in education, research, and community engagement.

Student Success: Focus on enhancing regional workforce by effectively preparing students for successful careers, thereby ensuring a substantial return on their educational investment.

Innovation and Creativity: Encourage creative thinking and innovative solutions, driving progress and adapting to the evolving needs of our society and the wider world.

Belonging: Embrace and celebrate multiple perspectives, fostering an environment that enriches learning and promotes respect and understanding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gordon State College (GSC) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (protected status) be excluded from employment or participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any GSC program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please email the Gordon State College Office of Human Resources at humanresources@gordonstate.edu. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with Gordon State College, as determined by Gordon State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test.