Assistant Registrar

Description

Rockhurst University seeks an Assistant Registrar to maintain student records, which includes the preservation of essential student data within the University student information system. This position requires an in-depth understanding of higher education policies pertaining to student academic records/requirements.

Founded in 1910 and located in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri, Rockhurst is a Catholic university in the Jesuit tradition committed to providing inclusive, innovative, and transformative education. As a comprehensive university and supportive community of nearly 4,000 students, our mission is to form lifelong learners in the liberal arts tradition who engage in the complexities of our world and serve others as compassionate, thoughtful leaders.

Primary functions of this position include but are not limited to: knowledge of FERPA regulations, monitoring of student records from pre-admission through to post-graduation, completion of all transfer credit entry into an integrated student information system, completion and tracking of major declaration changes and understanding / processing of degree honors calculations.

This position requires extensive use of the Banner student information system. The successful candidate will be able to complete the execution of all daily functions of registrar work, while maintaining continuous interactions with students and other university office personnel. The successful candidate must be detail oriented to keep accurate records, while able to multi-task and organize work effectively.

The Assistant Registrar must represent the Registrar’s Office and the University in a professional manner, establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the general public.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum of 1 year of experience in higher education environment

Experience with an integrated student information system (Banner preferred)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of FERPA regulations

Skill set

• Ability to collaborate effectively with constituencies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience / working knowledge of an integrated student software system (experience in Banner preferred)
• Knowledge and understanding of current compliance, regulatory, and risk management policies relevant to student records and accreditation
• Experience in the maintenance of student records in compliance with academic policies
• Ability to multi-task, able to seamlessly shift between several tasks while balancing priorities to accomplish tasks within a given deadline
• Ability to work well in a team within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Detail-oriented, able to self-check to ensure accuracy

Full time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Tax deferred retirement plan
• Free undergraduate and graduate classes for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Vacation/Sick time and a generous amount of paid holidays

Applicants should submit a cover letter with salary expectations and three professional references. Rockhurst cannot accept any application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.) by email, mail, or walk-in. All applications and application materials must be submitted through our online application system.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rockhurst University is committed to creating a diverse working environment. The University recruits and employs successful candidates without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and/or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities that it operates. Rockhurst uses E-Verify.

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