| Type: | Full Time |
|---|---|
| Contact Name: | Talladega College Office of Human Resources |
| Contact Email: | hr@talladega.edu |
Position Summary
Talladega College seeks a forward-thinking, data-driven College Registrar to lead the Office of the Registrar in delivering innovative, student-centered, and technology-enhanced services. Reporting to the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President, the Registrar serves as the chief steward of academic records, institutional reporting, and enrollment data integrity.
This role is critical to advancing a culture of data-informed decision-making, ensuring compliance, and leveraging modern technology systems to support student success, institutional effectiveness, and strategic enrollment initiatives under new administrative leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Operations
Provide leadership and direction for all Registrar operations, supervising a staff of fewer than three team members while ensuring efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve registration, records management, degree auditing, and academic scheduling processes.
Serve as a key partner to Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, Student Affairs, and other institutional divisions.
Technology, Data, and Innovation
Lead the utilization and optimization of Jenzabar (J1) as the institution’s Student Information System (SIS).
Implement innovative technology solutions to streamline workflows, improve data accessibility, and enhance the student experience.
Oversee the integration and use of systems including:
Parchment (transcript services)
National Student Loan Clearinghouse
DocuSign (digital workflows)
Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel (data management and reporting)
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytics that support institutional planning and assessment.
Ensure the accuracy, vetting, and integrity of institutional data metrics used in internal and external reporting.
Data Reporting & Analytics
Serve as the primary authority on academic data reporting, including:
Enrollment reports
Retention and graduation rates
Course and program metrics
Collaborate with Institutional Effectiveness and IT to align data governance practices.
Translate complex data into actionable insights and present findings to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Support accreditation, state reporting, and federal reporting requirements.
Compliance & Records Management
Ensure full compliance with FERPA regulations and, when applicable, HIPAA standards.
Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential student academic records.
Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, including those tied to financial aid and enrollment verification.
Academic Coordination & Support
Coordinate with faculty, deans, and department chairs on:
Course scheduling
Curriculum updates
Degree audits and conferrals
Provide training and support to faculty and staff on systems and policies.
Support academic advising and student success initiatives through accurate records and reporting.
Lead commencement exercises for the College.
Transfer & Articulation Knowledge
Maintain expertise in the Alabama Transfer Model to ensure seamless transfer pathways for students.
Collaborate with peer institutions, including HBCUs such as Miles College and Stillman College, to align best practices in records management, transfer articulation, and student mobility.
Campus Collaboration & Communication
Serve as a key liaison across divisions to ensure alignment between academic policies and operational practices.
Present regularly to leadership, committees, and campus stakeholders on data trends and operational updates.
Provide exceptional customer service to students, faculty, and external partners.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or related field.
5–7 years of progressive experience in a Registrar’s Office or academic records environment, with at least 3 years of leadership/supervisory experience.
Demonstrated experience working with Student Information Systems, preferably Jenzabar (J1).
Strong background in data analytics, reporting, and data integrity validation.
Knowledge of FERPA regulations; familiarity with HIPAA is a plus.
Experience with:
Parchment
National Student Loan Clearinghouse
DocuSign
Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel (advanced level)
Microsoft Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
Demonstrated ability to lead digital transformation or system implementations.
Experience collaborating across multiple divisions in a shared governance environment.
Strong presentation and executive communication skills.
Core Competencies
Strategic and analytical thinking
Technological innovation and adaptability
Data accuracy and attention to detail
Leadership and team development
Communication and collaboration
Compliance and ethical integrity
Compensation
Minimum Base Salary: $60,000 – $75,000 annually
(Commensurate with education, experience, and institutional benchmarks)
Work Environment
On-campus position with occasional extended hours during peak registration, enrollment, and reporting periods.
Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on student success and institutional excellence.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
A cover letter
Resume or curriculum vitae
Contact information for three professional references
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