Assistant Registrar - Dahlonega, United States - University of North Georgia

Description

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.

UNG Core Values

USG Core Values Statement

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Registrar on the Dahlonega campus. This position is responsible for various duties within the Registrar's Office.

This position coordinates the process of evaluating transcripts for eligible transfer credit and the posting of transfer credit in the Banner Student Information System in accordance with University System of Georgia (USG) and UNG policies and procedures.

This position also assists with the enrollment process for other populations of students as well as managing policies and procedures.

Some evening and/or weekend hours and travel are required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and articulates transfer credit for new, current, and returning transfer students in the Banner Student Information System.
• Researches transfer institution and course information for transfer eligibility.
• Downloads, evaluates, and articulates military credit, Prior Learning Assessment credit, and credit by exam (CLEP, AP, DSST, IB, etc.) in the Banner Student Information System.
• Assists with the management of Registrar's Office policies and procedures.
• Manages the transfer evaluation communication plan.
• Monitors and maintains eligible transfer course table for required reporting to the USG.\Assists with other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, providing support in other functional areas and special projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must be knowledgeable about FERPA guidelines and UNG and University System of Georgia policies and procedures.
• Must be able to solve problems and must possess strong organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Web navigation and knowledgeable about basic Windows software.
• The ability to work under minimal supervision to handle multiple tasks, to maintain accuracy amid interruptions, and prioritize duties.
• The ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships through effective oral and written communication with team members, staff, students, faculty, and other individuals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Two (2) years of transfer credit, data entry, and customer service experience in a higher education setting;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ellucian Banner experience preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year direct supervisory experience preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status.

Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This role is considered a position of trust.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education