Assistant Registrar

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and reliable student records while ensuring strict compliance with FERPA regulations.
• Support students with requests including transcript orders, registration, schedule changes, and enrollment verifications.
• Oversee the verification of incoming credentials, transfer credits, and admissions documents for graduate and doctoral students.
• Manage the graduation audit, degree conferral processes, and the ordering and distribution of diplomas.
• Assist with academic scheduling, including classroom resource optimization and managing add/drop procedures.
• Coordinate registration processes for both the regular academic year and summer sessions.
• Serve as a liaison between faculty, staff, and students regarding academic policies and procedures.
• Support commencement activities, including the preparation of graduation lists and post-commencement diploma awarding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2 years of relevant records administration experience.
• Proficiency in using student records systems.
• Experience working with enterprise software.
• Strong knowledge of FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality standards.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working specifically in a Registrar's office.
• Proficiency with Ellucian Colleague.
• Prior experience working in a higher education environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-paid life and disability plans.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Educational assistance benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About the Company

Rivier University is a dedicated institution located in Nashua, New Hampshire, committed to providing high-quality academic experiences and fostering a supportive community for students, faculty, and staff.