Institutional Registrar

JOB SUMMARY: The Institutional Registrar provides leadership to plan, organize and manage all of the activities related to the student affairs department, including serving as the official authorized keeper of the Institutions student records. In addition, the Registrar is responsible for compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following are a list of exercises that may be required as a member of the staff from time to time:

• Promotes and preserves the mission of LECOM;
• Acts as administrative representative with faculty, staff and visitors in a professional, friendly manner at all times;
• Maintains confidentiality, professional appearance and pleasant demeanor;
• Respond to student/alumni requests for academic record information;
• Maintain and update all student records: Medical/Pharmacy/Dental/Podiatry/SHSA;
• Process verifications of enrollment/eligibility/graduation for current and graduated students;
• Process licensure documents for current and graduated students;
• Prepare/ maintain Off Schedule tracking records and reports for all programs;
• Respond to staff / faculty requests for rosters, reports & student academic information;
• Prepare reports and chair Off Schedule Tracking meeting for DO program on a monthly basis;
• Prepare, submit and enter courses for all academic programs:  every semester;
• Register students in courses, process final grades for all programs and maintain remediation tracking records/payments for all programs every semester;
• Prepare/mail Grade Reports, calculate/record Class Rank and prepare/present post graduate training for OMS I, OMS II, OMS III students every semester;
• On an annual basis act as the ERAS Coordinator/Processor for Bradenton campus, prepare/record Post graduate education information and process ERAS Fellowship documents for alumni;
• During graduation and commencement obtain graduation clearance preparation/reports, supply program information to communications department, prepare letters for late graduates-All Programs, prepare VISA letters for foreign visitors, prepare/mail grade reports, calculate/record Class Rank in a timely fashion and order/proof all diplomas;  
• Verification of legal name for all matriculated students;
• Assist with events such as Open House, White Coat, Commencement and Scholarship Auction;             
• Prepare annual reports for the following: COCA surveys, IPEDS, all credentialling reports and surveys:
• Contributes directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;
• Participates in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience;
• Commits to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach; and
• Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution’s needs.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Strong computer literacy with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel…etc.) and accurate data entry skills; 
• Enthusiastic, good sense of humor, and a professional positive attitude;
• Excellent understanding of the admissions process and a demonstrated ability to market and promote professional programs in healthcare administration, medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry;
• Willingness to maintain an established work schedule;
• Adherence to all local, state, federal laws and LECOM policies and procedures;
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and meet deadlines;
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, policies / procedures and/or guidelines affecting areas of responsibility;
• Ability to be self-reliant and follow instructions;
• Sound decision-making capabilities and the ability to work;
• Willingness to assume responsibility; initiate appropriate action; and maintain confidentiality;
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain confidentiality of patient (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA);
• Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols (OSHA);
• Ability to be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;
• Effective use of interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy;
• Effective use of organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;
• Time management skills in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
• Willingness to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
• Willingness to be flexible and accept other duties needed/assigned; The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect in compliance with EEO rules and regulations;
• The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and
• The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to: a Bachelors’ Degree and a minimum of two to five (2-5) years’ of experience at a postsecondary educational institution or equivalent related experience required.