About This Role:

The Associate Registrar over Student Services: covering areas such as Academic Records, Residency Classification, FERPA, Compliance, Athletic Certification, and Reporting is responsible for and exercises significant judgment and decisions over the management, administration, and supervision of personnel, including the Assistant Registrar within the area of support, the Manager/Supervisor, and staffing leads, along with departmental student support.

Serves as the Official NCAA Division I Athletic Certification Officer for the University, signing off on all student-athletes before practice/competition, submitting compliance reports, and supporting/training for College Academic Certifying Officers. This position also supports all office, division, and university projects/programs that include but are not limited to student educational records, FERPA, customer service, enrollment/registration, commencement activities, diploma/graduation processes, National Student Clearinghouse, NCAA Division I eligibility, academic calendar, Residency Classification, Reverse Transfer, etc.…

The Associate Registrar is directly responsible for ensuring the successful fulfillment of the office's mission and oversight as detailed in the job responsibilities. In addition, the Associate Registrar works closely with the University Registrar to determine short and long-range planning objectives for the Office of the Registrar and provides expertise and leadership to the Office as needed as the failure of these services would be catastrophic for the University.

Why Join Us:

The Office of the Registrar provides services to all University stakeholders in support of the institutional mission. We strive to provide excellent customer service that encompasses empathy, patience, passion, persistence, and a sincere desire to improve. We believe communication is crucial to our mission, must reflect our values, and must demonstrate the respect we hold for our community. We maintain the integrity and privacy of the student academic record in a manner that meets student needs and complies with federal, state, and University regulations. We take pride in our integrity and recognize how accountability for our actions is interwoven into our responsibility to one another and the University. We value differences and demonstrate respect for human dignity. We further affirm the worth of each member of our Office and those in the university community by treating each individual with respect and courtesy. Technology and innovation are vital in our desire to embrace intellectual curiosity and creative problem-solving. We aspire to collaborate with the University by providing innovative and solutions-based service.

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Worksite Options:

This position is eligible for hybrid worksite. Work is performed partially remote and partially on employer premises or designated assignment location. (After training period, this role is expected to work on-site approximately three (3) days a week while remaining flexible for any on campus meetings or needs that may arise.)

Visit this link for K-State’s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-5 years relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree
2. Higher Education/post-secondary experience: Five years progressively responsible experience in Enrollment Management (Admissions, Financial Aid, and Registrar) or experiences directly related area of expertise that interacts with the business processes handled by these offices.
3. Knowledge of student records maintenance, registration/enrollment processes, degree and graduation processes, and verification procedures.
4. Experience reviewing, implementing, or recommending changes to multiple policies and procedures, including university, state, and federal rules and regulations. Knowledge of FERPA a must.
5. Working knowledge of Student Information Systems platform(s) - i.e. PeopleSoft/Oracle, u.achieve/DARS, Imaging (Perceptive/ImageNow), National Student Clearinghouse, etc….
6. Five years supervisory experience including but not limited to the direct supervision of 5+ staff, hiring decisions, pay and time card tracking, etc.…
7. Ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating situations, making decisions as well as grasp new techniques and updates to products/processes quickly.
8. Experience working with diverse populations along with providing training and technical development, public speaking, presentations, customer service in higher education-related areas.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three professional references with contact information

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$60,383 - $78,503 annually

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.