Assistant Registrar

Tuskegee University • Tuskegee, AL

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About The Position

The Assistant Registrar plays a crucial role in managing and ensuring the authenticity of all student records and registration processes at Tuskegee University. This position works closely with the Registrar to maintain compliance with academic policies and procedures, thereby enhancing a professional and integrity-driven academic environment for students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. The Assistant Registrar's efforts contribute significantly to the university's mission and vision.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or related disciplines.
• Five years or more of significant and relevant higher education experience, particularly in student records management and adherence to academic regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Registrar Office functions and customer service standards.
• Experience with Datatel Colleague Software and Electronic Degree Audit Software.
• Understanding of Commencement Processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor academic regulations and procedures to ensure compliance with FERPA and State/Federal Agencies.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and security of all academic records.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with university leadership to assist academic units in achieving enrollment, retention, and graduation goals.
• Facilitate effective student registration and enrollment in collaboration with academic and student support services.
• Utilize the SIS to process and verify Grades, CGPAs, Transcripts, Enrollment, Judicial actions, Academic actions, Withdrawals, etc.
• Assist in planning and activities for Spring Commencement for five Colleges and three schools.
• Review and post transfer credit equivalencies within the SIS.
• Certify all Student-Athletes to ensure NCAA compliance.
• Coordinate compliance reviews for new and transfer student athletes according to NCAA regulations.
• Counsel and advise students, faculty, and staff on academic matters to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Generate and submit required monthly National Student Clearinghouse Reports.
• Collaborate with Academic and Student Support Units to generate various reports and surveys.
• Implement and monitor academic policies related to student records, such as grade changes and graduation clearance.
• Provide training and support to faculty and staff on the student information system and related technologies.
• Participate in the development and revision of institutional policies and procedures related to academic records and registration.
• Schedule in-house staff meetings and training sessions.
• Collaborate with the Office of Information Technology to enhance the Registrar's Webpage.
• Attend and participate in professional organizations.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree