Credential Analyst I

Job Description:

Credential Analyst I

Description

• • Position Summary
  • Full-time position available on or after July 1, 2026 for Credentials Office.
    
    This position’s responsibilities are carried out under general supervision by the Dean of the College. The incumbent performs a range of duties related to reviewing, processing, and evaluating applications for teaching credentials, certificates, and permits. The incumbent applies established policies and procedures to determine eligibility, recommend issuance, and ensure compliance with credentialing requirements. The position provides information and assistance to students, faculty, and other stakeholders regarding credentialing processes, requirements, and timelines, and supports program operations through accurate recordkeeping and coordination of activities.
    
    
  • Job Duties
  • Duties include but are not limited to:
    • Provide forms, instructions, and general information for applying for credentials, certificates, and permits.
    • Respond to routine inquiries from students, faculty, and stakeholders.
    • Explain credential requirements, rules, and application procedures using established guidelines.
    • Provide support to program coordinators regarding program requirements and common student scenarios, including updates to credentialing criteria.
    • Assist with scheduling and coordinating workshops, orientations, and related activities. Provide program information to prospective students.
    • Advise prospective and current students across all credential programs on requirements and on all aspects of the preliminary program recommendation process.
    • Conduct exit seminars, prepare handouts, and provide information on all aspects of the preliminary credential recommendation process for students completing the credential program.
    • Act as a liaison to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) for students and faculty.
    • Review applications and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy, Process applications for credentials, certificates, and permits according to established procedures and timelines.
    • Review and evaluate transcripts and other records/documents for various types of verification (i.e. subject matter preparation programs, basic skills requirement, out of-state verification, etc.).
    • Verify records and documentation for compliance with established requirements.
    • Review documentation supporting candidates' fulfillment of requirements for all credential programs for CCTC recommendation, conducted by Credential Analyst II.
    • Identify suitable candidates for the appropriate credential to Credential Analyst II.
    • Identify eligible individuals for relevant supplementary, subject matter, or additional specific subject authorization to Credential Analyst II.
    • Recommend issuance of credentials, certificates, and permits based on established criteria.
    • Maintain records, files, and documentation related to applicants and program requirements on a regular basis.
    • Track student progress and maintain program files.
    • Assist with program operations, including announcements, scheduling, and coordination of activities.
    • Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of records and information.
    • Attend selection and review meetings to support the review of students' requests through the S&R petition process. Advise committee members on relevant credential policies and procedures.
    • Provide requested data to college dean and program coordinators as needed.
    • Assist with Teacher Education's Program Coordinators, College Dean, Chair, CCTC, Institutional Research, and Pearson Evaluation Systems to create and submit the annual Title II report.
    • Assist with the preparation of the annual Expanded File of Program Completers for Chancellor’s Office.
    • Maintain historical credential program documents, student credential files, enrollment data, and other data necessary for the purposes of reporting (accreditation, biennial reports, Title II, Chancellor’s Office, etc.).
    • Assist as back-up for ERST reporting.
    • May be required to obtain additional training and/or certification as part of professional. development, based on department and/or campus needs, to stay current with industry standards.
    • At the direction of appropriate administrator, may provide support to other areas as needed.
    • The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this classification.
    • Other duties as assigned.
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Education: None required.
    Experience: Equivalent to one year of experience evaluating academic qualifications of applicants for public school credentials, certificates or permits.
    
    OR
    
    Equivalent to two years of experience processing academic records to determine eligibility for admissions or degrees. (One year of college level education (full-time equivalent) may be equated for up to one year of the academic record processing experience.)
    
    OR
    
    Equivalent to two years of experience performing technical, clerical or secretarial duties involving formulation, revision or interpretation of academic requirements or courses. (One year of full-time equivalent college level education may be equated for up to one year of the technical, clerical or secretarial experience.)
    
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, preferably in education, counseling, public administration, or a related field.
    • One (1) year of experience reviewing or processing applications for credentials, certificates, permits, or similar academic or administrative programs.
    • Prior experience in a CSU or higher education setting.
    • Experience working with multiple systems or databases to enter, track, or retrieve student or program information such as Filemaker Pro and Peoplesoft.
    • Experience reviewing and processing applications for teaching credentials, certificates, or permits in accordance with established procedures and requirements.
    • Experience verifying academic records and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance with established credential requirements.
    • Ability to interpret credential rules, regulations, and procedures to provide accurate information and assistance.
    • Ability maintaining records, files, and documentation related to credential applications with attention to accuracy and detail.
    • Experience providing forms, instructions, and general information to students, faculty, and staff regarding credentialing or program requirement processes.
  • Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • • Higher levels within the series build upon and include the knowledge and skill requirements and work assignments of lower levels.
    • Knowledge of California state standards and requirements for teaching and service credentials.
    • Knowledge of educational practices in California School systems related to employment of teachers with credentials, certificates or permits.
    • Knowledge of school internship programs. A broad understanding of the credentialing process.
    • Ability to interpret for others and correctly apply the California Education Code and other such regulations pertaining to the issuance of the various credentials, certificates and permits for public school teaching and service in California.
    • Ability to organize and plan work to meet deadlines.
    • Ability to schedule participants for interviews, workshops or teaching related activities.
    • Ability to evaluate academic qualifications and determine credit to be granted toward credentials, certificates and permits.
    • Ability to prepare accurate and timely correspondence, records, and reports.
    • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
  • Special Conditions
  • • Position may be required to travel.
  • Physical Requirements
  • The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Salary Range
  • Anticipated starting salary will be $4,613 - $4,844 per month plus excellent paid benefits. Salary will depend on the qualifications of the successful finalist. (Full range: $4,613 - $6,548 per month.)
    
    
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Commensurate with qualifications and experience. As a member of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, outstanding vacation, health, dental, and vision plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. Link to (Bargaining Unit: 4) Benefits Summary: CSU Employee Benefit Summary
    
    
  • How to Apply
  • To be considered, qualified candidates must submit a completed Stanislaus State online employment application, cover letter, and resumé. Applications are accepted electronically only. Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration. To apply online, please click the “Apply Now” button on this page.
  • Application Deadline
  • May 14, 2026
    
    
  • Background Clearance Notice
  • Satisfactory completion of a background check (which includes checks of employment records, education records, criminal records, civil records; and may include motor vehicle records, professional licenses, and sex offender registries, as position requires) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
    
    Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
    
    
  • Additional Information
  • Campus & Area
    California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion - one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts.
    
    Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West’s No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education.
    
    Clery Act Disclosure
    
    Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at https://www.csustan.edu/annual-campus-security-report . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.
    
    Equal Employment Opportunity
    
    The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised 7/21/17, as a condition of employment.
    
    Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (209) 667-3351. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. As a federal contractor, we are committed to attracting a diverse applicant pool. Please consider completing the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form (your response will not be shared with the search committee) at: Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability PDF Form .
    
    CSU Stanislaus hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
    
    The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.
    
  • The individuals who appear to be the best qualified for this position will be contacted by telephone or email for an interview.
    
    INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
    
    

Advertised: Apr 30 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: May 14 2026 Pacific Daylight Time