Graduation and Commencement Specialist

University of Idaho

Moscow, ID

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SKILLS

Budgeting, Business Processes, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Event Management, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Funding, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Record Keeping, Registrar, Regulations, Training/Teaching Curriculum, University/School Policies, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Moscow, ID

POSTED

2 days ago

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2559142 ![](https://jobelephant.com/banners/5170.gif) r r**Graduation and Commencement Specialist** r r**Posting Number:** SP005338P r**Division/College:** Vice Provost for Strategic Enrollment Management r**Department:** Registrar\'s Office r**Location:** Moscow r r**Posting Context Statement:** r rr**Position Overview:** r This position is responsible for providing efficient and effective services and information to students, staff and faculty requiring extensive knowledge of University of Idaho academic rules, regulations and policy. This position is the main resource to faculty, staff and students regarding interpretation and application of University policies and procedures as they relate to graduation, transfer evaluation, the overall academic record, degree audit, maintaining accurate student record information and awarding degrees. Additionally, this position will assist the Transfer and Commencement Coordinator in partnering with the Presidents Office and University Support Services in the planning and coordination of the commencement ceremonies, may represent the Office of the Registrar on committees regarding commencement ceremonies and assist with budget decisions to provide suitable signature events within the financial means of the University. They will assist and review graduation and transfer evaluation business processes and provide input regarding technology improvements. rr**Required Experience:** r - Experience coordinating activities requiring complex arrangements - Experience handling a variety of projects simultaneously that require a high degree of attention to administrative details - Experience researching, interpreting, and applying policies and procedures - Experience reviewing materials to ensure accuracy rr**Required Education:** r - High School Diploma or equivalent rr**Required Other:** r - None rr**Additional Preferred:** r Education - Bachelors Degree Experience - Experience working in higher education - Experience working with automated student systems - Experience working in a post-secondary environment Skills/Ability to: - Ability to coordinate complex events - Familiarity with FERPA and University of Idaho academic policies and procedures - Ability to understand and explain complex concepts to others in a clear manner - Ability to adapt quickly to changing policies and procedures - Ability to handle sensitive information in discreet and professional manner - Knowledge of UI academic rules and regulations for undergraduate level advising and curriculum - Ability to work in a repetitive, detail-oriented environment - Demonstrated interpersonal skills while working under pressure - Excellent written and communication skills rr**Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:** r - None rr**Degree Requirement:** rListed degree qualification is required at time of hire rr**FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt r**Employee Category:** Classified r**Pay Range:** \$19.50 per hour or higher depending on education and experience r**Type of Appointment:** Fiscal Year r**FTE:** 1 r**Full Time/Part Time:** Full Time r**Funding:** r**A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy:** No r**Posting Date:** 06/23/2026 r**Closing Date:** r**Open Until Filled:** Yes r**Special Instructions to Applicants:** This position is posted as open until filled, however, applications submitted on or before July 7, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified. **Applicants:** Please use your **letter of qualification** to explain in detail how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet both the required and preferred qualifications as listed in the position description. Your letter of qualification will be used to demonstrate your communication and writing skills to determine your ranking among the other applicants for this position. For resources about how to write a **letter of qualification**, please visit the HR website here: [**Applicant Resources - Careers \| University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)**](https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources) If you would like to view a full copy of the job description, please reach out to the search coordinator at: cfoor@uidaho.edu r**Applicant Resources:** [https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources](https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources){target="_blank"} r**Background Check Statement:** Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. r r To apply, visit https://u

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