OAE Evaluator (Virtual)

General InformationLocation:US-AZ - PhoenixPosition Type:Full TimeVirtual Eligible:YesJob Category:AdministrationRef #:6953Description and RequirementsAre you searching for a rewarding, fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the ability to make a big impact while working side-by-side with a team of fun, innovative people? Ideally, would you like this position to be with an organization that makes a positive contribution to the world? If so…we would love to hear from you!About UsUniversity of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values (which hopefully you share) are: Brave. Honest. Focused.Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We fundamentally believe in fostering an environment which deeply respects, celebrates, and actively encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring – and learning from – those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations.We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.About the PositionAn OAE Evaluator I performs a variety of activities to establish students' qualification for admissions and/or determine transfer credits and completion of general education requirements. An OAE Evaluator I may also ensure that student fulfills all degree requirements necessary to complete a program as set forth by University standards.What You’ll Do1. Review incoming admissions files to make admission decision and determination of transfer credit(s), general education requirements, course waivers, and grade-point averages in accordance with University policies and procedures. Ensure all student academic information is entered, updated, and maintained timely and accurately.2. Evaluate and process experiential learning submissions, prior learning portfolios, and professional training portfolios. This includes researching the appropriate guides, files, and other related materials to determine the amount of credit awarded for various prior learning course work. This may also include assigning portfolios, or sections of portfolios, to faculty evaluators by area of academic specialization.3. Interpret and apply all University programs, courses, equivalencies, prerequisites, and general matriculation and degree requirements to successfully determine student graduation eligibility.4. Guide and counsel the customer service staff and/or campus personnel in responding to student inquiries related to University guidelines, procedures and standards. This also includes responding to inquiries regarding student academic records, as well as the status of submission evaluations in a timely and efficient manner.5. May evaluate foreign academic credentials and course or program descriptions for applicability to University programs. This includes researching materials on foreign educational systems and analyzing this information, such as foreign credentials, with prescribed departmental guidelines to determine acceptability of records and credits.6. Review and monitor student academic-related documents to identify the possibility of record falsification, following established departmental guidelines and procedures.7. Prepare various reports and correspondence as needed or directed. This includes providing individually written letters of evaluation to all students assigned, detailing results of evaluation.8. Participate in department, organizational task forces, or committees to improve department workflow quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.9. Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.NOTE: The primary accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneMINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE:• High School Diploma or GED and Three (3) years of experience in a position that includes responsibilities similar to an Admissions Evaluator role that involves use of policies and procedures to drive work and make complex decisions independently, OR; Bachelor’s Degree and One (1) year of professional work experience in a position(s) that involves use of policies and procedures to drive work and make complex decisions independentlyADDITIONAL/PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:• Analytical ability and ability to follow established departmental guidelines and procedures• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact and communicate with students and campus and department personnel with regard to University policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards• Working knowledge of personal software packages to perform word processing and spreadsheet activities• Results-oriented and able to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple activities in a fast-paced environment#LI-RemoteAs an Equal Opportunity employer, we particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.If you are an active-duty military member seeking employment when off-duty, compliance with Department of Defense Joint Ethics Regulation, 5500-7-R, is required prior to starting employment with University of Phoenix. You are advised to contact your base Judge Advocate General to seek such approval and answer any questions.Pay RangeThe annual pay range for this position is $38,600 (minimum), $53,900 (midpoint), and $69,200 (maximum).*Pay RangeThe hourly pay rate range is $17.84 (minimum), $24.90 (midpoint), and $31.97 (maximum). The annualized amount, not including eligible overtime pay, is $38,600 (minimum), $53,900 (midpoint), and $69,200 (maximum).*• Typical hiring range is between the minimum and midpoint of the above pay range. Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, location and budget.Your work is critical to helping adult learners achieve their dreams, and we’re committed to rewarding you for your efforts. We offer a competitive, comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you achieve your health, financial, educational and work-life balance goals.Full-time employees are eligible for:• Medical, dental and vision plans; Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Life and Disability insurance; and our Wellness incentive program;• Competitive 401(k) employer match;• Substantial tuition discount for you and eligible dependents; and,• A generous time off package, including paid vacation, sick time and company holidays.*• For more details around paid time off benefits, please click here.