Assistant Registrar for Degree Conferral - University Registrar

Assistant Registrar for Degree Conferral - University Registrar - 23000002KM University Registrar Division of Enrollment Management University of Tennessee, Knoxville The Office of the University Registrar at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Assistant Registrar for Degree Conferral position.
We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
Applications received within the first 2 weeks (14 days) of the job posting date will receive priority review.
The Position: This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility.
Reporting to the Associate Registrar for Educational Planning, this position provides effective management, support, and strategic leadership in the daily operations of the degree conferral functions of the Office of the University Registrar.
The position also manages and provides direction for all aspects of UTK's diploma procurement and distribution as well as assists with commencement ceremony preparations.
The Assistant Registrar for Degree Conferral works closely with senior staff within the division, the UTK Undergraduate Council, college deans and advising directors, faculty, academic department staff, and administrative offices in the coordination of student academic and enrollment services.
Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree • Three (3) years of progressive, professional responsibility in higher education • Direct experience with student information systems • Microsoft Office Suite experience • Demonstrated experience in providing leadership in the management, security, and storage of academic records Preferred Education and Experience: Master's Degree • Five (5) years of progressive, professional responsibility in higher education • Direct experience working in a registrar's office or academic advising capacity • Experience with Banner SIS and familiarity with SACS accreditation Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong analytic and critical thinking skills • Ability to interpret complex policies and regulations • Strong oral and written communication skills • Ability to prioritize projects • Ability to work with high degree of accuracy • Ability to maintain a high level of discretion • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution • Outstanding customer service skills Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Knowledge of degree conferral best practices • Knowledge of the UTK undergraduate curriculum approval process • Knowledge of and ability to interpret UTK academic policies and FERPA • Ability to lead change and apply process improvements necessary to adapt in a rapidly changing environment • Ability to organize and perform oral presentations to diverse audiences The Division The Enrollment Management (EM) division comprises more than 190 full-time staff who serve our students through the following departments and functions: Undergraduate Admissions, International Recruitment, Transfer Center, One Stop Student Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, University Registrar, EM Communications, and Research & Analytics.
The Office of Enrollment Management is committed to our Vision, Mission and Values.
We are passionate about fulfilling our land-grant mission of accessible education and making an impact that will transform lives through the student experience.
The University and Region UTK is the state’s flagship, land-grant university.
We are a Research 1 university with 11 colleges and more than 30,000 students.
With new leadership at the system, university, and college levels, UTK is poised for dramatic positive change focused on solving some of the most audacious, pressing problems our country and world face today.
The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem surrounded by eight gorgeous lakes, with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene including internationally recognized festivals, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural and outdoor activities.
UTK is located within easy driving distance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville and Cincinnati.
It is only a day’s drive to Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.
C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people.
For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and the name, e-mail address, and telephone number of three to five professional references.
Job Student Services Primary Location US-Tennessee-knoxville Organization Office Of University Registrar Campus/Institute Knoxville Schedule Full-time Job Posting Dec 1, 2023, 1:12:54 PM