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NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES

POSITION CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION


Position Classification Title: Degree Audit Specialist
Position Classification Code: P1010
Job Family: Student Affairs
Pay Level: 03
Exempt Status: Exempt
This description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of specific duties of any particular position. Duties, responsibilities and bargaining unit eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Purpose of Classification:
Lead college-wide activities concerning degree audits and degree maps. Plans, conducts and supervises assignments, generally involving larger and more important projects or more than one project. May oversee the supervision of personnel to include: work allocation, training, promotion and enforcement of internal procedures and controls and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Operates with considerable latitude for unrelieved action or decision. Maintains electronic and paper records documenting all course taken by all students in College throughout all majors. This position is responsible for making sure that records are created and maintained in accordance with university and degree audit requirements.
Standard Duties:
Lead the college-wide activities associated with maintenance of degree audits, degree plans, degree maps, and degree certification. Serve as liaison with central offices in charge of degree audits and degree certifications. Serve as college lead in the interaction with University Registrar's Office staff and with the software systems support for degree audits and degree certification. Serves as college-wide expert in degree audits and degree certifications, providing advice and assistance to the departments in the college. Ensure that departments provide updated degree maps and ensure that degree audits are consistent with degree maps and degree requirements. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of curriculum and academic program structures in a university setting.
Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Experience working with diverse organizations.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. Ability to establish priorities. Ability to maintain knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Minimum Qualifications:
   Education- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
   Experience- No previous work experience required.
   Equivalency- Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.
   Certifications/License-
   Departmental Requirements-
   Special Requirements-