Transfer Degree Planning Specialist
American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Chicago, IL, United States
Job Competency : Data Interpretation & Application; Problem Solving; Technological Knowledge.
Transfer Degree Program Specialist
Hiring Department : Transfer Articulation and Degree Audit
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1040755
Posting Close Date : 05/08/2026
Salary : $75,000 – $82,000
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), a leading institution committed to student access and success, is seeking a Transfer Degree Planning Specialist to join the Transfer Articulation and Degree Audit (TADA) team. This position plays a critical role in shaping the transfer student experience by developing and managing innovative tools that streamline degree planning and support timely graduation. The successful candidate is a technically skilled higher‑education professional with experience in degree audit and transfer systems, who can lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives, collaborate effectively with campus and IT partners, and bring experience developing SQL queries in relational databases, to strengthen transfer pathways and student success.
Position Overview
The Transfer Degree Planning Specialist serves as a key member of TADA, providing high-level technical and strategic expertise to enhance the student transfer experience. The role involves overseeing transfer degree planning initiatives, managing degree audit systems, and collaborating with internal stakeholders, system offices, and external partners to advance institutional goals related to student success.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Team & Strategic Support
Contribute to the success of TADA and university-wide initiatives by aligning work with institutional and unit-level strategic goals.
Provide oversight and project management for transfer degree planning initiatives in collaboration with campus units and leadership in the Office of the Senior Vice Provost for Academic Programs, Student Success, and Effectiveness (SVPAPSSE).
Student-Facing Tools & Collaboration
Support a seamless transfer experience by collaborating with campus units, the Office of Student Systems Services (OSSS), the University of Illinois System, and external transfer partners.
Advise campus partners on academic policies and regulations that impact degree planning tools and related data systems.
System Management, Technical Support & Data Governance
Serve as the primary contact for the university’s degree audit and transfer articulation platform (uAchieve) and related tools.
Encode academic programs, policies, and course data accurately within uAchieve to support degree planning.
Partner with Administrative Information Technology Services (AITS) on system enhancements, automation, testing, and troubleshooting.
Coordinate with software vendors on system implementation, upgrades, and feature development.
Provide technical assistance and timely issue resolution for end-users of degree planning tools.
Extract, interpret, and analyze complex datasets using business intelligence tools; create actionable reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain compliance with FERPA and institutional data privacy standards when handling student records.
Additional Responsibilities
Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend innovations to improve transfer pathways and student success.
Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree required.
At least three years of experience in higher education, curriculum planning, or student systems technology.
Knowledge of academic structures, university policies, and transfer practices.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
Working knowledge of web content management systems and reporting tools (e.g., Business Objects, MS Access, SQL).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; capable of interacting with diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using and writing rules within degree audit and transfer articulation applications (e.g., uAchieve, DegreeWorks, Stellic).
Experience using relational databases and query development. Structured Query Language (SQL).
Experience building web content through authoring or content management tools.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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Transfer Degree Program Specialist
Hiring Department : Transfer Articulation and Degree Audit
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1040755
Posting Close Date : 05/08/2026
Salary : $75,000 – $82,000
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), a leading institution committed to student access and success, is seeking a Transfer Degree Planning Specialist to join the Transfer Articulation and Degree Audit (TADA) team. This position plays a critical role in shaping the transfer student experience by developing and managing innovative tools that streamline degree planning and support timely graduation. The successful candidate is a technically skilled higher‑education professional with experience in degree audit and transfer systems, who can lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives, collaborate effectively with campus and IT partners, and bring experience developing SQL queries in relational databases, to strengthen transfer pathways and student success.
Position Overview
The Transfer Degree Planning Specialist serves as a key member of TADA, providing high-level technical and strategic expertise to enhance the student transfer experience. The role involves overseeing transfer degree planning initiatives, managing degree audit systems, and collaborating with internal stakeholders, system offices, and external partners to advance institutional goals related to student success.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Team & Strategic Support
Contribute to the success of TADA and university-wide initiatives by aligning work with institutional and unit-level strategic goals.
Provide oversight and project management for transfer degree planning initiatives in collaboration with campus units and leadership in the Office of the Senior Vice Provost for Academic Programs, Student Success, and Effectiveness (SVPAPSSE).
Student-Facing Tools & Collaboration
Support a seamless transfer experience by collaborating with campus units, the Office of Student Systems Services (OSSS), the University of Illinois System, and external transfer partners.
Advise campus partners on academic policies and regulations that impact degree planning tools and related data systems.
System Management, Technical Support & Data Governance
Serve as the primary contact for the university’s degree audit and transfer articulation platform (uAchieve) and related tools.
Encode academic programs, policies, and course data accurately within uAchieve to support degree planning.
Partner with Administrative Information Technology Services (AITS) on system enhancements, automation, testing, and troubleshooting.
Coordinate with software vendors on system implementation, upgrades, and feature development.
Provide technical assistance and timely issue resolution for end-users of degree planning tools.
Extract, interpret, and analyze complex datasets using business intelligence tools; create actionable reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain compliance with FERPA and institutional data privacy standards when handling student records.
Additional Responsibilities
Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend innovations to improve transfer pathways and student success.
Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree required.
At least three years of experience in higher education, curriculum planning, or student systems technology.
Knowledge of academic structures, university policies, and transfer practices.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
Working knowledge of web content management systems and reporting tools (e.g., Business Objects, MS Access, SQL).
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; capable of interacting with diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using and writing rules within degree audit and transfer articulation applications (e.g., uAchieve, DegreeWorks, Stellic).
Experience using relational databases and query development. Structured Query Language (SQL).
Experience building web content through authoring or content management tools.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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