Transfer Credit Specialist

Transfer Credit Specialist

Posting Number: SHRA
1627P

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Classification

Title:

Administrative Support Specialist

Competency Level: Journey

Working Title:

Transfer Credit Specialist - #005191

Department:
Registrar

Open Date: 02/20/2026

Close Date: 03/01/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Primary location:
Cullowhee, NC campus. The Transfer and Curriculum team in the Registrar's Office evaluates and articulates transfer credit and exam scores for new and current students. In addition, the team is responsible for quality assurance processes supporting the annual publication of the University catalog. This role primarily involves the physical processing and imaging of transcripts from other institutions; communicating regularly with department heads, program directors, advisors, admissions staff, and students;

training student workers; responding to email inquiries and participation in the office phone queue; and contributing to graduation and commencement processes as part of the larger Registrar's Office staff. Thorough training will be provided, as well as campus-wide professional development opportunities. The successful applicant would be someone who enjoys working as part of a team and who can manage and prioritize their own time and workload;

is familiar with working with the fine details of processes and who catches errors and inconsistencies in data; asks questions about anything they don't understand; and enjoys advocating for students and partnering with other departments to make processes more efficient and helpful.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Prior work experience utilizing computer technology and Windows-based programs
• Proficiency in high volume workload and keyboarding/data entry
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to interpret university policies and procedures related to curriculum development and/or transfer credit articulation
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of related office experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

$40,884

Permanent Full-Time

40

12

$34,602 - $58,870

For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this Journey level position is considered a Salary Grade 61.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation;
National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call  or email .