Job Title
Coordinator, Transfer Credit & Articulation
Requisition #
999490.2
Job Type
Permanent (for any group)
Union or Employee Group
MRSA
Classification
SAD10 - Administrative Services X
Position End Date (if applicable)
Location:
MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)
Posting
About MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.
Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
About the Students DivisionThe focus of the Students division is to serve and support the academic and non-academic growth and development of students. Our strength is in our approaches to peer-to-peer learning and student leadership by empowering students to work collaboratively with service areas and other students to grow holistically as individuals.The Students portfolio at Mount Royal broadly encompasses Student Experience & Success, Enrolment Management, International Education and Planning & Operations delivering support and services that are inextricably linked with the teaching and learning outcomes academic departments are tasked with achieving.
We support the University's mission by assisting students, staff and faculty through a variety of departments, including: Admissions, Recruitment and Transfer Credit, the Office of the Registrar (Awards, Academic Scheduling & Curriculum, Records, Registration and Financial Aid), Student Success and Learning (Academic Advising, Student Community Standards, Student Experience, Student Learning Services),Access and Inclusion Services, Career Services, Wellness Services, Cougars Athletics and Recreation, the Iniskim Centre, International Education, Residence Services, Student Systems and Student Communications.
About Enrolment ServicesMRU's Enrolment Services supports the University's mission by assisting students in a variety of ways through many departments: Admissions and Recruitment, Office of the Registrar, Office of Student Succes and Learning Services, Student Awards and Financial Aid, Institutional Analysis and Student Systems.
About the RoleNOTE: There is a strong internal candidate for this role
Reporting to the Director, Admissions and Recruitment, the Coordinator, Transfer Credit and Articulation is responsible for the operation of the transfer credit unit to facilitate learner pathways. The incumbent is accountable for the administration of policy, systems and practices related to transfer credit. The Coordinator is also responsible for overseeing the processing of all incoming post-secondary transcripts for both admissions and current student purposes.
The unit is comprised of the Coordinator, Transfer Articulation, the Transfer Articulation Evaluator, and two Data Processing Administrator positions. One of the main responsibilities of the unit is to accept, log, and load post- secondary transcripts coming to the institution for evaluation towards admissions as well as transferable coursework for current students. The other main responsibility of the unit is to facilitate the evaluation of previously completed post-secondary coursework to determine transfer equivalencies and transfer credit toward undergraduate programs at MRU. This includes maintaining program integrity and accurately advising students of equivalency related to their coursework. This also includes but is not limited to administering transfer equivalency/credit policy in a fair and equitable manner, ensuring data integrity, administration of transfer agreements with other institutions within the province, acting as the primary MRU contact person for the Alberta Council on Admission and Transfer (ACAT), and fostering relationships with various faculty who are the contacts for transfer equivalency assessment. This also impacts advising current students, Letter of Permission evaluation for the Office of the Registrar, and precedent-setting for future evaluations.
Responsibilities:Facilitate learner pathways through accountability for the administration of policy, systems and practices related to transfer articulation
Work closely with Deans, Chairs, faculty, and staff, within the academic and service areas with regard to all aspects of transfer articulation
Work closely with international education to support the transfer articulation needs of MRU students related to study-abroad opportunities
Maintain an in-depth understanding of the student information system (Banner) for the purpose of navigation, retrieval, problem-solving, and system development and enhancement particularly within the transfer articulation module and related functions
Establish and implement customer service standards in alignment with institutional service commitments
Act as the primary MRU contact person for the Alberta Council on Admission and Transfer (ACAT)
Facilitate and formalize official transfer agreements with other post- secondary institutions in Alberta
Provide input into policy development and implement appropriate procedures to support current and new policy
Develop and maintain documentation for all related processes
Bachelor's Degree required
Knowledge of the post-secondary environment and ability to assist post- secondary students
Excellent organizational ability/time management
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to de-escalate situations
Ability to work independently and employ excellent judgment
Accountability for a high degree of accuracy
Strong technology interest and ability
Evidence of innovation and creativity
Supervisory experience
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.
At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.
Our campus offers the convenience of a medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.
Salary: $70,841.00 - $89,646.00 per annum
Closing Date: April 26, 2024
A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: Last Name, Requisition Number, Document Title.pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).
If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on the accommodation request.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.