Registrar
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
Full-time
Education
Posted on March 13, 2023
How to Apply to this Posting
How to Apply to this Posting
Special Instructions
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Registrar
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
Academic Affairs Department
Job Summary
The Registrar is the official custodian of student academic records for the University and is responsible for generating, maintaining, and managing all student academic records. He/She is responsible for all aspects of the operations and management of the Office of Student Records.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of applicable higher education laws (e.g., FERPA, Title IX, HIPAA, etc.)
• Knowledge of state residency policies for students entering education establishments
• Knowledge of university, state and federal regulations pertaining to compliance with privacy, academic, regulatory and accreditation policies and requirements
• Knowledge of supporting systems
• Excellent customer service skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong management, collaborative and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Effective problem-solving ability
• Ability to exert leadership in promoting good public relations in dealing with faculty, staff, students, other agencies and the community
• Ability to prioritize assignments
Essential Job Functions
•Provides leadership and supervision, ensuring effective and efficient operations of the Office of student Records, leveraging the latest technologies, software, and enterprise system, platforms to optimize office system performance
• Oversees all aspects of student records management: collecting, recording, maintaining, and reporting with FERPA guidelines, e.g., grades, registration data, transcripts, enrollment verification and other associated audits
• Oversees and approves the production of transcript of records to be issued when the student leaves the university or as requested at any time.
• Oversees, manages, and certifies all student record documents related to degree completion and Commencement exercises
• Participates in the planning, execution, and continuous improvement processes related to commencement
• Refines office operations to ensure excellent customer service
Other related duties, as assigned
Qualifications
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Not Required
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S878
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
12/12/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
How to Apply to this Posting
Special Instructions
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Registrar
FLSA Status
Exempt
Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Employment Status
Full Time
Department
Academic Affairs Department
Job Summary
The Registrar is the official custodian of student academic records for the University and is responsible for generating, maintaining, and managing all student academic records. He/She is responsible for all aspects of the operations and management of the Office of Student Records.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of applicable higher education laws (e.g., FERPA, Title IX, HIPAA, etc.)
• Knowledge of state residency policies for students entering education establishments
• Knowledge of university, state and federal regulations pertaining to compliance with privacy, academic, regulatory and accreditation policies and requirements
• Knowledge of supporting systems
• Excellent customer service skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong management, collaborative and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Effective problem-solving ability
• Ability to exert leadership in promoting good public relations in dealing with faculty, staff, students, other agencies and the community
• Ability to prioritize assignments
Essential Job Functions
•Provides leadership and supervision, ensuring effective and efficient operations of the Office of student Records, leveraging the latest technologies, software, and enterprise system, platforms to optimize office system performance
• Oversees all aspects of student records management: collecting, recording, maintaining, and reporting with FERPA guidelines, e.g., grades, registration data, transcripts, enrollment verification and other associated audits
• Oversees and approves the production of transcript of records to be issued when the student leaves the university or as requested at any time.
• Oversees, manages, and certifies all student record documents related to degree completion and Commencement exercises
• Participates in the planning, execution, and continuous improvement processes related to commencement
• Refines office operations to ensure excellent customer service
Other related duties, as assigned
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Education, Public Administration or related field
- Five (5) years' experience in management of student academic records
- Specific knowledge of BANNER student module (document and course management systems) desirable
N/A
Physical Requirements
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Not Required
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required
Travel
Occasionally
Extended Work Hours
Occasionally
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S878
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Lorman
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
12/12/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.
Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
- Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
