Department
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE (IN-UCOL-IUINA)
Department Information
The Office of Academic and Career Development (ACD) facilitates University College students¿ academic and career success by providing programs and services that engage students in exploring and committing to educational and career goals, developing and implementing meaningful academic plans, transitioning into degree-granting schools, and translating learning to the world of work. ACD student success advisors and career consultants work in clusters of majors with similar themes and interests to help students explore their interests, choose a major, and create a plan to achieve their goals.
University College provides a common gateway to the academic programs available to entering students. Programs and services offered by University College focus on assisting students with the development of the knowledge and skills needed for success in the collegiate environment, including academic advising, academic support, career planning, peer mentoring, and new student orientation. University College also offers college readiness programs that focus on helping high school students to become college bound.
The Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE) serves as the catalyst for enhancing the quality of the undergraduate student experience while promoting on-time graduation for all undergraduate students at IUPUI. 3 units report up to the Division: University College, Honors College and the Institute for Engaged Learning.
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Manages and oversees the undergraduate student records operations which includes, but is not limited to, the certification and admission process into the degree granting schools at IUPUI, change of major, developing and maintaining the academic advising report system, and maintaining the degree maps.
- Acts as a contact for students and academic units concerning University College admissions, certification processes to other academic units, and disputes regarding academic records.
General Responsibilities
- Interprets and explains a wide range of university and governmental policies and procedures involving official records and/or student loans to students, faculty, parents, and the general public.
- Processes and maintains official records; answers specific questions regarding records; ensures that records are accurate and complete; and investigates and resolves any questions or discrepancies.
- May process, approve, and issue short term loans and/or official documents including transcripts, student loan deferments, and insurance forms after determining student eligibility.
- Responds to requests for information; determines appropriateness of release of information under well established university and federal policies; transmits information, if appropriate.
- Distributes and collects forms from walk-in clients; sets up staff appointments, if needed.
- Monitors any changes to student files; updates as new information is received. Develops and maintains files and databases.
- Responds to student inquiries regarding status of account. Provides technical direction to part-time student staff.
- May certify completion of degree requirements
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
- 2 years in customer service, higher education, or related field
SKILLS
Required
- Proficient communication skills
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Highly thorough and dependable
- Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
- Friendly and service-oriented
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IUPUI Campus
Indianapolis, Indiana
This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.
Advertised Salary
$41,200.00- $42,390.00 annualy
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Student Services
Job Family: Student Services Generalist
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