This position supports the university’s efforts to expand access to prior learning credit opportunities for students. This role provides operational and student-facing support in the evaluation, processing, and transcription of prior learning credit, including credit by exam, portfolio, industry credentials, direct credit, workforce learning, and other opportunities. This role works closely with the Registrar’s Office, academic departments, and external partners to ensure prior learning credit is articulated accurately and consistently. This position assists with maintaining equivalency databases, supporting the regular review of industry credentials, and updating articulation agreements on GVSU’s website and the Michigan Transfer Network. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to helping students achieve their educational and career goals through recognition of prior learning.
Salary & Benefits: Minimum starting salary of $48,000, commensurate with experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
Primary Duties
Student and Academic Support
- Assist students in understanding prior learning credit options and processes.
- Provide guidance on required documentation for credit by exam, portfolio, or credential review.
- Serve as a frontline contact for student questions related to prior learning credit.
Credit Evaluation and Processing
- Assist with the processing of prior learning credit, including industry credentials and credit by exam or portfolio submissions.
- Collaborate with the Registrar’s Office to ensure accurate articulation and transcription of prior learning credit.
- Maintain internal records of student submissions and outcomes for prior learning credit.
Industry Credential and Equivalency Maintenance
- Support colleges/units in the regular review of industry credentials for credit articulation.
- Ensure that approved industry credentials and their corresponding credit equivalencies are accurately updated on GVSU’s website and the Michigan Transfer Network website.
- Track expiration and renewal of credential agreements to ensure continued accuracy and compliance.
Collaboration and Communication
- Work with academic departments, faculty, and staff to facilitate prior learning assessment processes.
- Communicate effectively with students, campus units, and external partners to support timely processing of credit.
Administration and Reporting
- Assist in maintaining institutional prior learning equivalency databases.
- Support compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards related to prior learning credit.
- Provide data and reports to the Director of Prior Learning as requested.
Other Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in any field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in higher education, preferably in a Registrar’s Office or in evaluating prior learning for college credit.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Experience working with diverse student populations.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across units.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Experience with prior learning assessment processes, portfolio review, or credit for industry credentials.
- Familiarity with student information systems and course articulation tools.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards related to prior learning credit.
How to Apply: Attach your cover letter and resume applications missing required documents will not be considered. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Mike Eichberger (eichbem@gvsu.edu). If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Application Deadline: Application review begins Monday November 17, 2025 and this posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.