Credit for Prior Learning Liaison
Job Summary
Campuswide Advising Solutions at the University of Utah supports
students at critical moments when they are deciding to apply,
commit, or continue to enroll when they’ve experienced past or
current academic difficulties. We ensure students receive
consistent, coordinated, and accurate information through managing
campuswide advising programs and developing student-centered
resources.
The Early Engagement in Advising Program provides high quality
advising to ensure newly admitted, prospective, and early college
students feel encouraged by the thought of what college can be,
motivated to begin exploring majors early, and empowered to make
informed decisions. The Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) Liaison is
a key role within the Early Engagement in Advising Team,
responsible for managing the campuswide CPL program and supporting
campuswide advisors understanding of credits for prior learning.
This individual will work to ensure consistent access to CPL
opportunities for all students, enabling them to receive credit for
college-level competencies, skills, and abilities acquired through
work, professional training, military service, and other
nontraditional learning experiences.
We are seeking a dynamic student-centered professional who values
access to quality advising, thinks creatively about tailored,
holistic support for students, and uses a data-informed approach to
drive timely and effective interventions to ensure that every
student has an exception educational experience.
In addition to programming and coordination, this individual will
be responsible for advising a small caseload of students, providing
advising for prospective/newly admitted/returning students and
students who are not engaging in their studies to their fullest
potential and/or students have experienced past or current academic
difficulties. They will work with students who are on academic
warning, probation, suspension, and dismissal to assess current
barriers to success and collaboratively develop concrete goals
ideally resulting in a return to good academic standing,
declaration of a major when needed, and attainment of individual
goals. They will be fully trained in all areas of Academic Standing
advising, including the specific intersection of major exploration
and academic setbacks.
Staff in Campus Advising Solutions have hybrid schedules, with the
option of working 2 days virtually each week. Learn more about our
office at www.advising.utah.edu. Questions about the positions
should be directed to Ashley Glenn at aglenn@advising.utah.edu.
Responsibilities
Student Advising and Support
o Advise students on CPL regulations, processes, and
appropriateness based on their individual circumstances and
experiences
o Collaborate with Academic Advisors and faculty to ensure
compliance with departmental and accreditation standards when
awarding CPL
o Assist with advising undergraduate students from various
backgrounds in areas including academic standards, course
registration and scheduling, policies and procedures, early college
advising, and prospective/newly admitted/returning student
advising, when available
o Facilitate students’ academic progress by evaluating their needs
and developing appropriate educational plans. Makes referrals for
students who need assistance with learning differences, specialized
tutoring, extended or intensive assistance with career decisions or
similar needs
Program Administration
o Administer a consistent and equitable CPL program, ensuring
accessibility through clear communication of policies, processes,
and resources (e.g., forms, website, and outreach materials)
o Serve as the primary point of contact for CPL inquiries from
students, faculty, and staff, providing expert guidance and
support
o Manage content updates to the Prior Earned Credits webpage
o Stay informed on accreditation requirements, state regulations,
and CPL best practices
o Evaluate current processes and recommend strategies to enhance
accessibility, equity, and efficiency of the CPL program
Collaboration with Departments
o Partner with departments and colleges to evaluate and determine
CPL eligibility and assessments
o Facilitate communication between stakeholders to streamline
processes and ensure CPL decisions align with institutional and
accreditation requirements and transcription with the Office of the
Registrar
o Collaborate with Campuswide Advisor Training and Development Team
to develop trainings and materials on advising for prior earned
credits
Data Collection and Reporting
o Develop and implement a data collection plan to monitor CPL
participation, credits awarded, application success rates, and
assessment methods
o Use data insights to evaluate the program’s effectiveness and
recommend improvements
Support Early Engagement in Advising Programming
o Represent campuswide advising when speaking to
students/supporters about college preparedness and access, prior
earned credits, major exploration, and general advising
topics.
o Present “Navigating Your Degree” content to all incoming
students, which includes explaining required academic information
like degree planning, general education and baccalaureate degree
requirements, class scheduling, academic advising
o Support prior earned credit process and first semester course
planning for undecided students during Utah Bound Orientation
o Support event planning and staffing for the Major and Mini Expo
in order to promote academic offerings to prospective and
continuing students at the U
o Other duties as assigned which may include advising special
populations, class presentations, assessment, internal and external
committees.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted
as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and
qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be
substituted for two years of related work experience). - 4 years of direct academic advising experience.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication
skills
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the
essential functions of the job as outlined in the position
description.
Preferences
• Experienced in advising defined as higher education and
college-preparation positions that are student-facing and
incorporate a developmental approach “where one informs, suggests,
counsels, coaches, mentors, teaches” Kuhn, T. (2008).
• Experience with presenting and preparing communications
• Demonstrated commitment to the holistic support of all students,
especially low-income, transfer, and low-preparedness undergraduate
students
Special Instructions
Please include, in your cover letter, your views on the
importance of expanding opportunities for students to demonstrate
college-level learning
Requisition Number: PRN41387B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm or as
arranged
Department: 02367 – Campus Advising Solutions
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $60,000.00 – $62,000.00
Close Date: 6/10/2025
Open Until Filled:
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