Associate Registrar

Franklin Pierce University

Rindge, NH

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Academic Background, Administrative Skills, Auditing, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Community Support, Conferences, Continuous Improvement, Course Coordination, Database Technology, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Educational Administration, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Higher Education, Leadership, Licensing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Management, Record Keeping, Records Management, Registrar, Schedule Development, Strategic Planning, Student Services, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Rindge, NH
POSTED
11 days ago
About Franklin Pierce University
Franklin Pierce University is a student-centered institution with a strong commitment to academic excellence, community, and student success. Our Registrar's Office plays a central role in the student experience — connecting academic policy, technology, and records administration to support students from enrollment through graduation. We are seeking a detail-oriented higher education professional ready to contribute to a collaborative and service-focused team.
 
The Opportunity
As Associate Registrar, you will work closely with the University Registrar to manage a broad range of academic records, scheduling, and student services functions for the Rindge campus. This role is well-suited for an experienced higher education professional who is organized, proactive, and committed to delivering accurate, timely service to students, faculty, and staff.
This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of two days per week on-site at our Rindge, NH campus.
What You'll Do
Academic Scheduling & Registration
  • Lead the creation, review, and management of class schedules for the University
  • Create final exam schedules for the Rindge campus
  • Oversee classroom assignments for the Rindge campus
  • Manage course waitlists, section changes, and registration processes
Graduation & Degree Conferral
  • Manage the graduation process, including application processing, final degree audits, updating Jenzabar J1, and completing degree conferrals
  • Determine and communicate graduation-related timelines, deadlines, and documentation requirements
Student Records & Special Populations
  • Coordinate processing for special student groups: honors, study abroad, re-admits, transfers, consortium students, athletes, and more
  • Manage Declaration of Major/Minor/Certificate processes, substitutions, waivers, and degree audit adjustments
  • Post transfer credits and facilitate readmit audit adjustments
  • Update National Student Clearinghouse as needed
Technology & Systems
  • Support implementation of new technologies and lead training on emerging systems
Community Support
  • Ensure timely training and communication to University on registration, course scheduling, grading, and other Registrar Office updates
Leadership & Collaboration
  • Manage academic standing processes and advisor assignment/management
  • Support accreditation, licensing, and strategic planning initiatives
  • Serve on university committees and participate in professional development conferences
  • Supervise Registrar staff and work-study students as needed
  • Champion continuous improvement in office efficiency and administrative best practices
  • Back-up to University Registrar in various processes and procedures.
 
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in higher education administration
  • Demonstrated knowledge of FERPA and the ability to maintain strict student record confidentiality
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and database systems
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across departments
Preferred Qualifications
  • 2+ years of experience working directly in a Registrar's Office
  • Experience with Jenzabar J1
  • Background in academic scheduling or degree auditing

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