Assistant Registrar

Responsibilities

• Oversee the evaluation of transfer credits from other institutions and process Host Institution forms.
• Manage and maintain student records in compliance with FERPA, National Student Clearinghouse, and NSLDS guidelines.
• Assist with course registrations, class withdrawals, attendance processes, and graduation application maintenance.
• Collaborate with Admissions, Bursar, Advising, and Financial Aid to improve enrollment management processes.
• Handle daily office activities including fielding telephone and email inquiries, data entry, and document intake.
• Support university events such as commencement, New Student Orientation, and move-in days.
• Identify and implement new business processes to improve efficiency and student success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with a focus on data integrity.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with technology and a willingness to learn new systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Generous retirement plans and wellness programs.
• Commitment to work-life balance including paid vacation, sick time, and major holidays.
• Tuition waiver for self and family members.
• Opportunities for professional training and development.

About the Company

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is the nation’s oldest HBCU. Founded in 1837, the University is dedicated to academic excellence, character development, and social responsibility, fostering a vibrant educational community that promotes scholarship and lifelong learning.