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College of Western Idaho is hiring an Evaluator, Degree Services. The role in the Registrar’s Office evaluates students’ progress toward graduation, transfer credit, and prior learning credit while keeping academic records accurate. The evaluator works with students, advisors, faculty, and enrollment services teams so students understand their academic progress and reach their educational goals.

Highlights

Evaluate student academic records against catalog requirements and academic regulations to determine degree progress, and tell students which coursework remains for completion.
Review and clear students for graduation, and develop processes to identify students nearing graduation.
Review official transcripts to determine transferability and course equivalencies, and evaluate prior learning credit using established institutional procedures.
Answer student, faculty, and staff questions about transfer credit and how it applies to their degrees.
Audit student program and academic data in the student information system (SIS) to keep records accurate and compliant with college policies and enrollment procedures.
Assist with Registrar functions including registration support, grade changes, and commencement planning, partnering with Admissions, One Stop, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Advising, and Student Affairs.
Prepare reports on student progress, completion, and enrollment data, and stay current on federal, state, and institutional policies that affect student records.
Take part in Agile project work and help develop technology-driven processes that improve Registrar operations and data quality.
Experience in a similar higher education role, strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills, and proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Pay range of $18.68 to $21.00 per hour for a full-time, primarily in-person role on the Nampa campus, with up to two remote days per week possible at the hiring manager’s discretion.

Evaluator, Degree Services Full Description

Registrar’s Office

NAMPA - STAFF

JOB NO: 496954

REPORTS TO: Manager I, Evaluation Services

POSITION STATUS: FT - Full-Time

POSTED PAY RANGE: $18.68 - $21.00

Help Students Navigate Their Path to Graduation as an Evaluator at CWI!

Are you detail‑oriented, analytical, and passionate about supporting student success? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Evaluator to support the Registrar’s Office through the evaluation of graduation requirements, transfer credit, and prior learning credit while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of student academic records.

In this role, you’ll work closely with students, advisors, faculty, and enrollment services teams to help students understand their academic progress and successfully achieve their educational goals.

Why Join CWI?

At CWI, student success is at the center of everything we do. As an Evaluator, you’ll play a critical role in helping students navigate degree requirements, understand transfer credit, and stay on track toward graduation. This position combines student support, data integrity, compliance, and process improvement in a collaborative and mission‑driven environment.

Benefits: CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including:

Premium healthcare plans
11%+ employer retirement contributions
Tuition discounts
Generous personal leave
Professional development opportunities

Degree Evaluation & Graduation Support

Evaluate student academic records to determine degree progress based on catalog requirements and academic regulations
Identify and communicate remaining coursework needed for degree completion
Develop and maintain processes to identify students nearing graduation
Review and clear students for graduation and support graduation processing activities
Monitor student progress and provide accurate information regarding graduation requirements

Transfer Credit & Prior Learning Assessment

Review official transcripts to determine transferability and course equivalencies
Evaluate prior learning credit using established institutional procedures
Respond accurately to student, faculty, and staff inquiries regarding transfer credit and degree applicability
Ensure transfer and prior learning evaluations are completed accurately and consistently

Student Records & Data Integrity

Audit student program and academic data to ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional standards
Maintain the integrity of student records within the student information system (SIS)
Ensure compliance with college policies, enrollment procedures, and academic regulations
Support accurate enrollment reporting and records management practices

Registrar Operations & Student Support

Assist with a variety of Registrar functions, including registration support, grade changes, and commencement planning
Partner with Admissions, One Stop, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Advising, Student Affairs, and faculty to support student success
Provide outstanding customer service to students, faculty, and staff while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
Maintain strong working relationships across the college to support collaborative problem solving

Reporting, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Gather, analyze, and prepare reports related to student progress, completion, and enrollment data
Maintain expert knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Stay informed on federal, state, and institutional policies impacting student records and academic evaluations
Contribute to the development of efficient, technology‑driven processes that support data quality and operational effectiveness
Participate in Agile project work to help prioritize and improve Registrar operations and services

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a similar role within higher education or a comparable environment
Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and academic requirements accurately
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse students, faculty, and staff

Additional Instructions for Applicants

Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager’s discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.

We invite and welcome all applicants and look forward to receiving your application! Keep in mind, your qualifications and expertise need not precisely match the job description to be considered for this role.

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