Degree Audit Analyst

George Mason University, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Fairfax, VIRGINIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Information
Position Information


Department Registrar
Alternate Department Description
Criminal Background Check Standard Background Check
Motor Vehicle Background Check No
Statement of Economic Interest Not Applicable
Restricted Position? No, is eligible for layoff or severance benefits.
Job Category Classified Staff
Role (State) Job Title Educational Support Specialist III
Working Title Degree Audit Analyst
Job Type Full-Time
Position Number 01851Z
Recruit Number STF11526
Working Hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location Fairfax, VA
Other Location
Pay Band Payband 4
Salary Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Web Announcement
Degree Audit Analyst
The George Mason University Office of the Registrar invites applications for a Degree Audit Analyst position. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.
Responsibilities:
The Degree Audit Analyst is a member of the Degree Audit team, responsible for translating the degree program requirements from the Catalog and coding them into the degree audit system. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date degree evaluations based on approved revisions submitted through the curriculum management system. The Degree Audit Analyst exhibits high attention to detail and brings issues to the attention of the Sr. Degree Audit Analyst or the Assistant Registrar in a timely manner. This position requires initiative to test and troubleshoot updated requirements in the degree audit system.
The incumbent’s main duties include, but are not limited to:
Degree Audit Support:
  • Maintain degree audits consistent with degree requirements specified in the University Catalog. Assist with problem-solving degree audit issues as they occur. Test degree evaluations thoroughly as necessary (new or adjusted audits, system updates, etc.). Work with Assistant Registrar for Degree Compliance, and Registrar’s IT staff to identify and resolve technical issues that affect the degree audit system;
  • Work with auditors, other sections of the Registrar’s Office, and outside departments as necessary to maintain proper degree evaluation performance. Assist with reporting and other duties related to degree evaluations (e.g., athletic audits and special programs);
  • Special projects as assigned, beyond the maintenance of the degree audit platform. Help to implement new components of the audit systems. Support specialty populations like Non-Degree programs, Honors College, TransferVA, ADVANCE, etc. Support the curriculum approval process as needed;
  • Process complex academic records transactions that will have a special effect on the degree audit. This may include substitutions/waivers, Reduction of Credit, or other exception paperwork; and
  • Develop and maintain a highly detailed level of knowledge regarding all academic programs at the university. In particular, maintain expertise on the requirements students must fulfill to graduate, and the academic policies which affect those requirements.


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills;
  • Demonstrated ability to employ logic to solve problems;
  • Demonstrated ability to process large volumes of work, while maintaining a high level of accuracy; and
  • Detail-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with the Ellucian Banner student information system;
  • Experience with academic programs and their requirements;
  • Experience with degree evaluation and/or student information system software; and
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with conflicting priorities.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must apply at https://jobs.gmu.edu/ ; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.
For Full Consideration, Apply by: 02/06/2023
Posting Date 01/23/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled? Yes
Telework Friendly? Yes
Mason Ad Statement
Great Careers Begin at Mason!
George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
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Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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