International Credential Assessment Specialist - Kitchener, Canada - Conestoga College

Conestoga College

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Kitchener, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Requisition Details:

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Job Title:International Credential Assessment Specialist**:

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Requisition #:23-847**:

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Campus: Doon

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Department: International Admissions

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Payband: H

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Starting Rate: $33.38

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Payband Range: $ $38.75

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Hours/Week: 35

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Posting Date: Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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Closing Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST
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Vacancy Type: Support Staff

Fulltime

Support Staff Full-time Replacement Position

(First consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal applicants in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements)

We require a qualified individual to join the International Admissions department and assume responsibility for reviewing applicant's international credentials and assessing transcripts to assist in the admissions process.

The Specialist is also responsible for developing new or improved procedures, researching foreign qualifications, and maintaining information resources.

Responsibilities:

Acts as a key contact for applicants for credential assessments
Assesses/evaluates international transcripts to determine/confirm applicant's educational background and equivalency to Ontario standards for admission purposes
Authenticates transcripts to ensure they are legitimate
Records the results of assessments in the applicant record on Student Information System (SIS) and maintains a database of assessed documents for future reference
Advises the applicant of assessment outcomes, and receives and investigates appeals or complaints
Develops new processes and procedures for internal credential assessment protocol and revises these to remain current and uptodate with industry standards and enhanced quality
Researches foreign qualifications and countryspecific education systems to ensure a full understanding of documents presented
Develops and maintains information resources and inhouse references by country
As required, admits qualified international applicants to fulltime programs
Manages the admissions process for qualified applicants, including the issuing of acceptance letters, ensuring accurate deadlines and fees are included
Evaluates, processes, updates, and maintains applicant files/databases
Records applicant status changes on the computer system and initiates correspondence with applicants
Monitors time limitations for the receipt of information
Authorizes extension of deadlines for applicants
Works closely with the Admissions Office to assist with all admission functions and acts as backup

Qualifications:

Threeyear Diploma/Degree in Business, Education, Communications, or a related field
Three years of experience in a similar role with comprehensive knowledge of international education systems and expert knowledge of the transcript authentication process
Comprehensive knowledge of international education systems including elementary, high school and postsecondary
Expert knowledge of the transcript authentication process
Extensive experience assessing international transcripts to Ontario standards
Ability to understand and interpret complex documentation
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Superior customer service skills
Ability to work independently
Excellent communication skills (with particular emphasis on communication with individuals external to the College and speakers whose first language is not English)
Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
Work well under pressure in a highly demanding environment
Overtime may be required during peak periods

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