Degree Audit Analyst

Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA

36d•$46,000 - $47,000

About The Position

The Office of the University Registrar is looking for an individual to join our team as a Degree Audit Analyst. As a member of our team you will play a critical role in supporting student success and institutional compliance by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and functionality of Virginia Tech's degree audit system (DARS). Joining our team means becoming a part of an inclusive and supportive work environment. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of individuals, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to the success of both the office and the university. Important points: 1) You will be joining the Office of the University Registrar: a department dedicated to assisting students in navigating their academic journey at Virginia Tech from admission to beyond graduation. 2) You will report directly to the Associate Registrar for Systems. This position is a regular, calendar-year staff appointment. 3) Your primary responsibilities will encompass encoding approved curriculum and academic policy into the system, maintaining audit performance, and collaborating closely with academic and administrative units to ensure degree progress is correctly reflected for all students. The analyst also provides specialized system support for federal and institutional requirements, and contributes to process innovation across the Office of the University Registrar (OUR). 4) You will have the chance to expand your knowledge of the university and pursue career advancement within the Office of the University Registrar. 5) The salary of this position is commensurate with experience up to an expected budget max of $46,000 - $47,000, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, and retirement options.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong technical skills, including the ability to interpret data from multiple sources
Ability to show high accuracy and attention to detail when working with complex requirements
Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
Ability to troubleshoot issues logically and create/follow thorough documentation

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic programming and/or SQL
Experience working in a degree audit platform such as uAchieve or DegreeWorks
Knowledge of curricular structures and academic program requirements
Experience in Ellucian's Banner or similar ERP

Responsibilities

encoding approved curriculum and academic policy into the system
maintaining audit performance
collaborating closely with academic and administrative units to ensure degree progress is correctly reflected for all students
provides specialized system support for federal and institutional requirements
contributes to process innovation across the Office of the University Registrar (OUR)