Student Records Specialist

VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM
  • Henrico, VA
  • $41,000–$43,400 Per Year
10 days ago

Job Description

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Student Records Specialist Role Title Education Support Spec II Role Code 29143-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 28300245 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Henrico - 087 Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience. Hiring range is $41,000-$43,400. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 5-Paraprofessionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

This is a full-time, classified position. The standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Occasional extended hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required during peak registration periods, graduation processing, audit cycles, or other high-volume times to meet operational needs.

The position requires regular on-site presence to support student services, records processing, and compliance functions.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

Reynolds is seeking Student Records Specialist to serve as a key resource within the Office of the Registrar, supporting students, faculty, staff in navigating essential academic processes. This position is responsible for facilitating and processing Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), troubleshooting registration issues, managing course substitutions, processing attendance records, and verifying student enrollment and credential information. The Education Support Specialist ensures all functions are performed in compliance with FERPA, state regulations, institutional policies, and accreditation standards. By providing accurate, timely, and student-centered support, this role contributes to academic integrity, operational efficiency, and student success.

This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys working in a student-focused environment, and thrives in a collaborative setting.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

  • Extensive knowledge of regulations and laws governing college enrollment services, records retention, and the release of confidential data.
  • Strong knowledge of customer service principles and practices in an educational environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures; manage multiple processes using automated systems related to enrollment.
  • Demonstrated ability to cross-train staff and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
  • Skill in reviewing requests, analyzing data, conducting research (paper and online), and resolving problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities, and make sound decisions.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders and travel between campus locations as needed.
  • Proficiency in computer operations and current software applications, including MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Student Information Systems (SIS), and Perceptive Content.

Additional Considerations Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Minimal travel is expected for this position. Occasional local travel between campus locations may be required to support registration, records management functions, or training activities.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4682P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/25/2026 Job Close Date 09/08/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Email talent@reynolds.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/100299

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Do you have experience working in a Registrar's or Admissions and Records office?
  • Yes

  • No

    • How many years of working experience in a college registrar's office do you possess?
  • None

  • 1-2 years

  • 3-6 years

  • 7 or more years

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Other Document
  • Unofficial Transcript 2
  • Alternative Hiring Process Letter
  • License
  • SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)

Numbers & Facts

LocationHenrico, VA
Salary$41,000–$43,400 Per Year

Skills

  • Accreditation Standardsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Operationsunmatched
  • Computer Skillsunmatched
  • Course Coordinationunmatched
  • Credit Processingunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Data Analysisunmatched
  • Demographicsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)unmatched
  • Federal Governmentunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Microsoft Access Databaseunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Managementunmatched
  • Records Managementunmatched
  • Registrarunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Research Skillsunmatched
  • Staff Trainingunmatched
  • State Governmentunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Student Servicesunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • University/School Governanceunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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