Credentials Evaluator
Position Summary Pierce College is seeking to fill three vacancies for Credentials Evaluators. The starting salary range for this position is $47,988.00 to $56,880.00, with most candidates starting at $47,988.00. This is a full‑time, permanent, classified, overtime‑eligible position with the Pierce College District and is eligible for up to two days of remote work per week after the probationary period. This position reports directly to the Dean of Enrollment Services and Registrar and requires regular and consistent attendance. Mission and Commitment The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. Pierce College District is committed to being an anti‑racist institution, working deliberately to eliminate barriers that have prevented the most promising students from entering and thriving in college. We work to ensure that every student feels valued, respected, and inspired to achieve their goals. The college provides a safe space for BIPOC, LGBTQ+, students with disabilities, and all students and staff to cultivate their strengths, resilience, and creativity. Role Overview Evaluations play an integral role in assisting our diverse community of students in successfully navigating transfer of credit to Pierce College and completing their educational path. The Credentials Evaluator provides a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for students who have applied to graduate or who transfer credits from other institutions. They empower students through active listening and support that honors each student's journey and educational experience.
Key Responsibilities
The Credentials Evaluator is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating a wide variety of educational transcripts for academic programs and the college, exercising professional judgment to fully leverage student equitable access and outcomes. The evaluator interacts with deans, division and program chairs, advisors, financial aid staff, military and college representatives, students, and other evaluators to assess credits and communicate policies and procedures. The Credential Evaluator assists the college in removing barriers to student success and communicates with students to increase their understanding of decisions, processes, and policies. The work requires high attention to detail, advanced computer skills, people‑centered skills, and extreme confidentiality. The incumbent is expected to become an advanced user of People Soft and reports to the Evaluations Program Manager.
Qualifications
Applicants should possess experience in credential evaluation and a proven understanding of higher education transfer standards. Advanced proficiency in People Soft and related software is required. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, exhibit a commitment to equity, inclusion, and a student‑centered approach, and maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information. #J-18808-Ljbffr