University Registrar

The University Registrar at Southern University and A&M College serves as the chief student records officer of the institution. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and security of academic records and registration systems. The Registrar oversees the administration of the Ellucian Banner 9 system for student information, facilitates efficient registration and graduation processes, ensures compliance with university and external academic regulations, and supports institutional effectiveness through data management and reporting. The University Registrar is a critical member of the academic leadership team and collaborates with faculty, academic departments, and administrative units to enhance the student experience and uphold academic policies and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision and leadership of Registrar Office operations
• Oversight of academic records and data integrity (Banner SIS)
• Management of registration processes and academic calendar coordination
• Degree audit, graduation certification, and commencement coordination
• Curriculum and catalog management; coordination with academic units
• Regulatory compliance (FERPA, IPEDS, SACSCOC, VA, NCAA) and data reporting
• Technology management, Banner upgrades, and process optimization
• Student services, transcript issuance, and enrollment verification
• Institutional collaboration, service on university committees
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree: A minimum of five (5) years in higher education administration in a relevant field (e.g., higher education administration, educational leadership, information systems, or a related field). At least 3 years of progressive supervisory experience in a Registrar’s Office or related student records environment; proficiency with the Ellucian Banner system

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Doctoral Degree: Seven (7+) or more years in higher education, including at least 5 years in a registrar or enrollment management leadership role (e.g., higher education administration, educational leadership, or a related field). Experience leading strategic initiatives, system upgrades, and staff development in a registrar context; familiarity with the Louisiana Board of Regents and HBCU student success strategies

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

• FERPA COMPLIANCE: FERPA certification or training (required upon hire); active membership in AACRAO or related professional organization preferred
• LOUISIANA NOTARY: Any resident citizen or alien of the state, 18 years of age or older, may be appointed a notary public in and for the parish in which they reside provided that they meet the requirements established by Louisiana R.S.35:191.

OTHER DUTIES:

The job description intends to provide a general summary of the potential responsibilities and/or duties that will be required of the position given to this job title description and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific responsibilities and/or duties of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application. External applicants can apply here.

Current Southern University employees should apply here.

A criminal background check and reference verification are required.

EEO/ADA Statement: The Southern University System complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws. Southern University and A&M College forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable federal and state laws. This commitment applies but is not limited to decisions made for hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other college-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.