Registration Assistant - West Hartford, United States - University of Saint Joseph

University of Saint Joseph
University of Saint Joseph
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West Hartford, United States

3 weeks ago

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About University of Saint Joseph:


The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education for a diverse student population in an inclusive environment that encourages strong ethical values, personal integrity, and a sense of responsibility to the needs of society.

The University has been recognized as a top national university in Connecticut by U.S.

News & World Report's Best College Rankings including being the #1 Connecticut University in "Top Performers on Social Mobility," #2 Connecticut University in "Best Value Schools," and #3 Connecticut University in "Best National Universities.

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Ideally situated midway between Boston and New York City, the beautiful 90-acre Olmsted-designed campus is one mile from West Hartford's thriving downtown, and provides an array of cultural events, occasions for spiritual development, and fitness and recreational options.

The University also has an active presence outside our campus, reaching into the surrounding community through internships, community service projects, new program and partnerships.


At University of Saint Joseph, our mission statement profoundly resonates with our faculty and staff and serves as the foundation upon which our employment policy is built.

We seek to attract, develop and retain individuals who are committed to our mission.

We are committed to providing an environment where diverse talents, perspectives, experiences and contributions are recognized, and one that promotes the "growth of the whole person" with resources that enable employees to meet professional and personal life needs.


  • Processes student registrations, adds, drops, and withdrawals; produces transcripts as requested by students and alumnae, research transcripts, retrieve archival records and recreate older transcripts when necessary; assists in maintaining and updating student academic records;
  • Jointly manages all current and archival records, including maintain all filing, research and retrieval of archived records and files present) at Iron Mountain Archives;
  • Corresponds with students and/or contacts students regarding registration "holds," cancelled courses, and attendance;
  • Enters faculty and staff information into Jenzabar for purposes of account creation and creates student information system (Jenzabar) records for certain groups of students;
  • Serves as a liaison between the Registrar's Office, Office of Academic Advising, Graduate School, Bursar, Cashier, IT, Financial Aid, Health Services, Graduate and Undergraduate Admissions, and Academic Departments regarding student registrations and records;
  • Attends University events as required;
  • Serves on University committees as required;

Requirements:


Required Qualifications

  • Associate's degree preferred; minimum of a high school diploma and work or college experience required.
  • Previous clerical and data entry experience also required with preference given to those with experience in a Registrar's or Dean's Office and/or experience with the Jenzabar Student Information System.

Other Qualifications

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and work in an environment with continuous interruptions
  • Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate comfortably with students, colleagues, and external constituents
  • Able to function independently while operating effectively within a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work collegially, balance and prioritize assignments, manage projects, and problem solve
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Cultural competency to work with diverse student and employee population.
  • Professional, courteous demeanor and appearance; ability to work professionally with students, faculty, staff and administration and represent the University professionally to the public
  • Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph
  • Ability to work some evenings and weekends required
  • Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, as noted below, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements


The physical requirements and description of the work environment are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Bending: Minimal
  • Climbing (e.g.

stairs):
Minimal


  • Keyboarding: Substantial
  • Kneeling: Minimal
  • Lifting: Minimal
  • Reaching: Minimal
  • Sitting: Substantial
  • Standing: Minimal
  • Using Telephone: Substantial
  • Walking: Minimal

Work Environment:
Standard office environment.


Additional Information:


Benefits:


  • 403(b) with employer match
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insuran
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