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Lubbock

Senior Evaluator - Graduate Enrollment Services

42958BR

Graduate School

Position Description

Examines academic records of students to determine eligibility for graduation or for admission to college, university, or graduate school.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral / Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock : Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major / Essential Functions

• Serve as a college liaison to address requests by students, staff, faculty, and administrators that require guidance and / or affirmation concerning student academic records, university policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintain student academic records, ensure all pertinent data and academic history is accurately reflected in Banner, Degree Works and Xtender.
• Establish and examine relevant preliminary and final student record audits to ensure academic record is aligned to degree program requirements to determine eligibility for graduation.
• Maintain reports to validate records on degree completion, degree progress, student enrollment, and graduation over time.
• Help organize and facilitate the Graduate School activities during all graduate student commencement ceremonies.
• Provide support for Graduate School events, including the annual Fellowship Reception, the Arts and Humanities Conference, the Graduate Research Poster Competition, and the Three-Minute Thesis Competition.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in admission, evaluation, student services, or experience in a related area; OR a combination of education and / or related experience to equal six years.

Preferred Qualifications

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional / Personal Reference

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Job Sub Family

Assessment & Quality

Hourly Pay Range

$19.47 - $25.29 - $31.15

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.