Credential Evaluation Coordinator

Employer Info:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Job Name
Credential Evaluation Coordinator
Brief Description
JOB OVERVIEW: CREDENTIAL EVALUATION COORDINATOR

The Credential Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing and evaluating admission and transfer credit procedures for both foreign and domestic applicants in accordance with established policy and articulation agreements. Reviews documents, formal correspondence (both written and oral), and other information to ensure authenticity. Performs database management and maintains the Transfer Articulation Module in Banner Student.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Credential Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing and evaluating admission and transfer credit procedures for both foreign and domestic applicants in accordance with established policy and articulation agreements. Reviews documents, formal correspondence (both written and oral), and other information to ensure authenticity. Performs database management and maintains the Transfer Articulation Module in Banner Student.
Job Type
Full-Time
Education Level Required
Bachelors
Location City
Surrey, BC , Canada
Contact Person
Talent Acquisition
Contact Email
talentacquisition@kpu.ca
Contact Phone
604-599-2150
How to Apply
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Direct Link
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Job Details
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC’s Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future!
 
Competition ID:  3941    
Internal Closing Date: March 28, 2025    
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled    
# of Openings: 1    
*Salary Information: 13 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $33.88 to $37.81 per hour    
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time    
Workplace Type: Hybrid    
Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required.    
Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)    
Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday    
Hours of Work (BCGEU): 8:30am-4:30pm    
Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35    
       
 
JOB OVERVIEW:  CREDENTIAL EVALUATION COORDINATOR
 
The Credential Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing and evaluating admission and transfer credit procedures for both foreign and domestic applicants in accordance with established policy and articulation agreements. Reviews documents, formal correspondence (both written and oral), and other information to ensure authenticity. Performs database management and maintains the Transfer Articulation Module in Banner Student. 
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Successful completion of an undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in progressively responsible positions related to admissions and transfer credit in an Office of the Registrar at a post-secondary institution.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory position with experience in developing and administering performance standards. Formal supervisory training is an asset.
  • A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in authenticating and assessing domestic and foreign secondary and post-secondary transcripts for admission and transfer credit. 
 QUALIFICATIONS
  • Thorough understanding of education systems domestically and internationally.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of admission and transfer credit processes and the BCCAT Transfer Guide. 
  • Excellent communication skills, including experience in public speaking with the ability to communicate patiently and effectively with a diverse range of people and situations, including the ability to deal with hostile or upset clients.
  • Demonstrated experience in preparing and publishing documentation.
  • Formal training and/or extensive acquired knowledge in computing, including proficiency in using BANNER Student at an intermediate/advanced level, or a similar student records-based system, preferably in an Office of the Registrar at a post-secondary institution.
  • Proficiency using a spreadsheet program such as MS Excel and MS Access at an intermediate level.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem-solving and needs analysis.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, and coordination skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Proven ability to work independently, exercise good judgement, demonstrate initiative, and develop flexible approached toward work procedures and improvise satisfactory alternative.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with University administration, faculty, staff and students.
  • Aptitude for exacting and precise work.
  • Experience in planning and presenting training activities.
  • Full command of the English language, both written and oral.
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Salary Information
Annual salary increases are based on hours worked and anniversary dates

Please note: As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.
 
Total Rewards
As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary if the position is temporary or part-time.
Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.