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State University of New York at New Paltz Credentials Specialist in New Paltz, New York
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SUNY New Paltz VacancyExternal Posting (Professional)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Records & Registration
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant
Local Title: Credentials Specialist
Posting Date: February 28, 2024
Classification: SL-3
Duties: The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz welcomes applications for the role of Credentials Specialist in the office of Records and Registration. Reporting to the University Registrar, the Credentials Specialist will oversee administrative processes related to microcredentials and will cross train with the Education Certification specialist to learn all teacher certification processes. This individual will facilitate communication between academic departments, student services, Academic Affairs and Graduate, Professional & Interdisciplinary Studies as it relates to microcredential coordination and NYS Ed. The Credentials Specialist will assist microcredential students with application, registration, credential progress, and credential badging.
Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:• Maintain oversight of microcredential administrative tasks• Assist students, faculty and staff with microcredential questions• Maintain and respond to e-mails sent to the microcredentials inbox• Assist students with and track microcredential applications• Assist with course registration changes for programs that do not self-register• Oversee processing of completed microcredentials, including transcript notations and submit verification for microcredential badging• Work with Academic Affairs to create and maintain microcredential attribute codes and coordinators in Banner• Cross-train with Education Certification Specialist to learn all NYS Ed teacher certification mandates and help to ensure they are met• Assist after degree conferrals (January, May, August and December) to identify students eligible for certification recommendation and assess TEACH to confirm completion of certification requirements and submit certification recommendations• Assist student faculty and staff with matters related to NYS Education certification requirements and the School of Education
Qualifications: Required:• Bachelor’s degree in hand by summer 2024• Excellent customer-service skills• Skill in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities, and to be independently motivated• Strong planning, organizational, and management skills• Ability to collaborate with administrators, faculty, and staff to facilitate and improve services• Ability to work both in a team setting as well as independently• Ability to work effectively with diverse student population
Preferred:• Experience with Banner, Argos, and Slate, TEACH• Experience in Higher Education, especially in Student Services• Experience with education certification and or microcredentials
Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.
Candidates will be required to electronically submit:• cover letter• resume• contact information for three professional references
Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2422
Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery-compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2422
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