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Transcript Evaluator Senior/DOD FTA Specialist, Office of the Registrar (5024)
Pocatello - Main
NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
To evaluate transfer credits and/or academic and vocational graduation requirements; provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students; perform related work.
The successful candidate will facilitate seamless benefit delivery and academic progression tracking for active-duty military, veteran, and dependent students. This role leads the analysis, certification, and transcript evaluation required for Department of Defense, State of Idaho, and VA educational assistance programs. Additionally, the position acts as a central campus resource, providing technical guidance to students, faculty, and administration while ensuring adherence to evolving legislative and regulatory guidelines.
This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Gain and apply an understanding of all Department of Defense Federal Tuition Assistance regulations, current and past legislation, that will affect active duty military students attending Idaho State.
- Gain and apply an understanding of all State of Idaho Tuition Assistance regulations, current and past legislation, that will affect active duty military students attending Idaho State.
- Advise and assist active duty military students in preparing necessary documents for submission to Department of Defense Tuition Assistance and State of Idaho Tuition Assistance to secure benefits each term.
- Analyze and process enrollment, student documents, and current academic status of all students eligible to receive Department of Defense Federal Tuition Assistance and State of Idaho Tuition Assistance.
- Gain and apply an understanding of all VA Education Benefits regulations, current and past legislation, that will affect Veteran students, active duty military students and qualifying dependents attending Idaho State.
- Analyze and process enrollment certifications and current status of all students eligible to receive VA Education Benefits administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Evaluate transcripts in various formats from various institutes of higher learning to track satisfactory progression toward program completion for student utilizing Department of Defense Tuition Assistance, State of Idaho Tuition Assistance, and/or VA Education Benefits.
- Serve as a central information resource for Faculty, Staff, and military connected students regarding Department of Defense Federal Tuition Assistance, State of Idaho Tuition Assistance, and VA Education Benefits.
- Provide technical information to faculty, staff, Veteran students, active duty military students, qualifying dependents, and potential students regarding the process to utilize Department of Defense Tuition Assistance, State of Idaho Tuition Assistance, and VA Education Benefits.
- Collaborate with various department on campus including, but not limited to, Office of Finance and Administration, Central Academic Advising, Student Affairs, etc regarding the process’ utilized by students using Department of Defense Tuition Assistance, State of Idaho Tuition Assistance, and VA Education Benefits.
- Monitor student Department of Defense Tuition Assistance, State of Idaho Tuition Assistance, and VA Education Benefits records and maintain Idaho State’s compliance in records retention for both programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
- Researching, interpreting and applying university policies and procedures relating to transfer credits or graduation requirements.
- Interpreting, applying and explaining university academic and vocational program requirements.
- Computing grade point averages.
- Compiling data and preparing reports.
Additional Information
ISU minimum for this classification is $19.01/hour, commensurate with education and experience. To be considered for this opportunity, apply on or before September 13, 2026. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Note: Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions, please review our frequently asked questions.
Posting Number: req2808
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Classified Staff
Division: Office Of Academic Affairs
Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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