Registrar

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Registrar. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Undergraduate Programs, the Registrar leads a team of dynamic, student-focused, detail-oriented staff responsible for all aspects of the University's student academic record-keeping systems and course registration processes. The Registrar directs the enrollment services, archival, and certification functions of the Registrar's Office. Maintains records, records access, and verifies students' academic records to the university community and other authorized requestors within state and federal requirements, university policy, and professional guidelines. Using exceptional leadership and supervisory skills, the Registrar leads the office's strategic direction while managing the complexities and details of day-to-day operations in the functional areas of course scheduling and registration, academic credit evaluation, graduation audits, official reporting, and compliance with all applicable laws. In support of these responsibilities, the Registrar must identify and deliver technology solutions to enhance business processes and procedures supporting the delivery of the institution's academic mission. 

• Serves as Registrar (the official keeper of student records), maintaining the integrity of student academic records and the data that support them, and providing access to authorized users; ensures all compliance reporting is completed in a timely manner. 
• Provide leadership for operational, financial, personnel, and policy activities for the office of the Registrar; provide direct supervision of the Director of Student Information Systems & Operations, two Associate Registrars, and Office Administrative staff.
• Serves as the steward for all student academic records and as the institution's FERPA officer; ensures compliance with related regulations, policies, and professional guidelines. 
• Generates, initiates, and implements plans and projects supporting the strategic goals of the institution. 
• Represents the Office of the Registrar in curriculum, planning, and development meetings with Academic Affairs and other key offices on campus. 
• Serves as signatory officer for student records verifications for a variety of external entities. 
• Develops and administers budget supporting a complex staff and operation. 
• Monitors compliance with university and University System of Georgia policy regarding changes in students' status. 
• Performs other job related duties. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Banner student information system, Ellucian products (DegreeWorks), Microsoft suite of products, and other PC related programs. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills; office administration and customer service focused; and excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi-task, manage workload, maintain accuracy amid interruptions, supervise other employees, and meet deadlines. 

• Master's degree required. 
• Five (5) years of higher education experience in a leadership role related to the job duties listed above is required.

• Registrar leadership experience is preferred.

• Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references 

The full position description, as well as instructions for applying, are avialable through UNG's employment opportunities website:  https://ung.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/index.php.