Associate Registrar for Systems and Analytics

Simmons College Company•Boston, MA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Registrar for Systems and Analytics provides operational leadership and strategic support for student information systems, data governance, reporting, and analytics within the Office of the Registrar. This role is responsible for business process analysis, system optimization, reporting, and data integrity, ensuring that systems and data effectively support institutional operations, compliance, and decision-making.The Associate Registrar serves as a key liaison between the Registrar’s Office, Technology, and campus partners to enhance system functionality and promote data-informed practices.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Higher Education Administration, Information Systems, Business) or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Registrar’s Office, academic operations, or student services.
Extensive experience with a Student Information System (SIS) (Workday preferred).
Proven experience managing complex data sets, building reports, and using Workday or reporting tools
Thorough knowledge of FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act), data privacy policies
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to improve business processes.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills for communicating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Extreme attention to detail to ensure accuracy in records.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree, often in Higher Education, Educational Administration, or a related field.
Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Experience leading system migrations or major technology implementations

Responsibilities

Manages and oversees the operation, configuration, and optimization of the student information system (Workday Student).
Coordinates system upgrades, enhancements, integrations, and testing in collaboration with Technology and other vendors.
Serves as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting issues related to the SIS and works with Technology to resolve technical problems.
Support core Registrar functions, including the creation of program of studies, records, and degree audit, through effective system design and maintenance.
Ensures the accuracy, integrity, and security of student academic data.
Develop and maintain data standards, documentation, and business process workflows.
Participates in institutional data governance initiatives
Monitors compliance with institutional policies, FERPA, and applicable federal regulations.
Manages National Student Clearinghouse enrollment reporting
Design, develop, and maintain standard and ad hoc reports using Workday and other reporting tools.
Analyze enrollment, retention, and graduation data to support institutional planning and assessment.
Works closely with other departments such as academic affairs, admissions, technology, and financial aid, to ensure alignment of data systems.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes through automation and improved system functionality.
Provides training and support to staff and faculty on the use of systems and data reporting tools, promoting effective use of technology in academic administration.
Contributes to the development of a long-term strategy for data systems and analytics that aligns with the institutional mission and goals.
Leads or supports projects related to systems implementation, data integration, and analytics initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with institutional priorities.