Career Opportunities

Working Title:  Program Admissions Evaluator 

Department Name: College of Education

Division: Academic Affairs

Classification Title: Evaluator I

Classification Salary Range: $3,866 - $5,440 per month

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

About the Department/Position:

Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean for the College of Education (COE), the Program Admissions Evaluator will evaluate and process incoming COE (General Education and Teacher Education) postbaccalaureate and graduate applications. The Program Admissions Evaluator will maintain and update a database for each program and determine eligibility by verifying various requirements such as exams, transcripts, degree posted, course and GPA requirements, etc. The position will be responsible for scanning supporting documentation and maintaining electronic files for each candidate and provide applicant status updates and notifications.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and process all incoming COE (GED, TED, SPE) postbaccalaureate and graduate applications.
• Determine eligibility by verifying various documents. 
• Interpret university and program policies for students, faculty, and staff.
• Keep applicants updated on their status and informed on materials needed to complete the admission process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to completion of a formal training program in academic records evaluation OR one year of academic records evaluation experience OR any 12-month combination of training and experience related to academic records evaluation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the format and interpretation of course records and transcripts of institutions of higher education
• Knowledge of authenticating course credits and comparing records of differing formats, such as foreign records
• Knowledge of campus curriculum requirements for majors, minors, terminal degrees, and special program designations
• Ability to be thorough, consistent and accurate in the interpretation of records against criteria
• Ability to explain criteria and evaluations to others

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have expertise in using office software package, technology and systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot most office administration problems and respond to all inquiries and requests related to the work area.
• Ability to effectively handle interpersonal interactions at all levels and has the ability to handle highly sensitive interpersonal situations.
• Ability to independently handle multiple work unit priorities and projects and have thorough knowledge of applicable COE and university infrastructure, policies and procedures.

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information:

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.  Questions about the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy may be sent to hrm@csudh.edu.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.