Job Description:

The Credential Analyst, under the general supervision of the Dean of the School of Education, is responsible for providing candidates with information and guidance about credentialing requirements and to ensure that the University follows the laws, rules, and regulations of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for the teacher credential program. The Credential Analyst performs complex and specialized technical assignments to assure a broad range of credentialing functions that include reviewing, analyzing, evaluating, and recommending applications for public school teaching credentials. The Credential Analyst serves as a resource to provide current information to students, staff, and faculty on matters regarding State credential requirements and University policies and procedures. In coordination with the Dean and Program Directors, this position provides academic advising to student candidates in the School of Education, oversees the implementation of processes and procedures for recommending California teacher credentials for candidates, and reports data related to credentials at a state and federal level. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited university
Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with a team
Ability to work with diverse populations
Strong writing, reading, grammar and spelling skills to prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, and informational documents
Skills and ability to develop creative solutions to general problems
Ability to creatively engage in problem-solving
Experience in California Teacher Credentialing/Accreditation processes and systems a plus

General Expectations:

Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ
Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties
Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records
Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment
Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures
Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor

Essential Functions:

Develops and maintains knowledge of:

CTC regulations, procedures, and requirements
Requirements for credential and master's programs
Laws, rules, and regulations related to teacher education and the granting of credentials for public school service in CA.
Simpson's Graduate Admissions, Registrar, and Financial Aid procedures, policies, and academic requirements relating to the School of Education's programs.
School of Education's course offerings, course sequencing, policies and procedures related to the academic advising of candidates.

Academic evaluation, analysis, and recommendation for candidates enrolled, completing, or seeking admission to credential and master's programs. These evaluations and analysis may include:

Evaluation and recommendation of Simpson candidate's credential applications
Evaluation and review of candidate's status within the credential programs
Evaluation of transcripts for candidates to determine coursework equivalencies and graduate level course transfers
Evaluate coursework for Basic Skills and Subject Matter requirements. Process 41-BSR forms for submission to the CTC.

Provides a high level of customer service to students. This customer service may include:

Information on credential requirements, procedures, and possible credential options
Information on and assistance with determining candidate qualifications for added authorizations
Enrollment verification and status letters needed for candidate employment
Academic Advising and information on course requirements

Responsible for Title II and ADS reporting on all credential programs
Organization of database and collection of student records related to CTC accreditation requirements
Strives to continually build knowledge and skills related to the granting of credentials in CA. Includes attending annual CCAC conference and CTC workshops throughout the year as scheduled.
Oversees the School of Education's Retention Project.
Oversees the Continuing Education Units (CEU) offered by the School of Education including the ongoing development of the Instant Enrollment process.
Oversees the scheduling of and enrollment into the School of Education's Non-Degree courses. Provides support to enrolled Non-Degree students.
Support to the School of Education adjuncts
In conjunction with the Dean of Education: responsible for enrollment projections, course schedules, course catalog, delinquent students, and the SOE Portal.

Physical Requirements:

Job Title:

Credential Analyst, School of Education

Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)

Indoors in controlled environment

Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)

Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener

Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)

Sitting for long periods of time using a computer

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:
Key (Based on typical week):
N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)
F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting/Carrying

Twisting/Turning

Under 10 lbs

X

Reach over shoulder

X

11-20 lbs

X

Reach over head

X

21-50 lbs

X

Reach outward

X

51-100 lbs

X

Climb

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Crawl

X

Kneel

X

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

X

Under 10 lbs

X

Sit

X

11-20 lbs

X

Walk-Normal Surfaces

X

21-50 lbs

X

Walk-Uneven Surfaces

X

51-100 lbs

X

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Stand

X

Bend

X

Driving

Automatic Trans

X

Standard Trans

X

Other

Keyboard/Ten Key

X

Fingering (fine dexterity)

X

Handling (grasping, holding)

X

Repetitive Motion - Hands

X

Repetitive Motion - Feet

X

Salary Range: $24 to $28 hourly

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