Lafayette seeks a Registrar to join the leadership team of the academic division of the College.   The Registrar works collaboratively with faculty and administrative colleagues to manage all activities related to student records and registration and contributes to campus-wide decision-making about curricula.  The Registrar reports to the Provost and is a partner in the development and enforcement of curricular and course enrollment policies and procedures.

The responsibilities of the Registrar include the following key areas.

• Steward student academic records, ensuring their accuracy and integrity.
• Collaborate with Information Technology to use, update, or implement relevant software the supports efficient administrative processes.
• Manage the registration processes and the scheduling of courses, classrooms, and final examinations.
• Publish the College’s Catalog and the course schedule and the final exam schedule.
• Oversee the degree clearance process, maintain degree audits, and issue diplomas.
• Ensure College compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other federal, state, and accreditation agency regulations.
• Supervise and mentor those working in the Registrar’s Office with attention to their ongoing professional development.
• Serve ex officio on College-wide committees, including the Curriculum and Educational Policy Committee and Academic Progress.

Qualifications

A Master's degree with a minimum of five (5) years of professional-level and leadership experience in academic administration are required.  Successful candidates will also have a record that demonstrates:

• Effective leadership and managerial skills, including experience with the direct supervision and professional development of staff;
• Effective oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills including the ability to effectively use and implement technology; and a
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent service to students, faculty, staff, and other constituents.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates may contact John Meier, Provost (provostoffice@lafayette.edu) with questions.  A cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of at least three references should be uploaded at http://apply.interfolio.com/69544
Your cover letter should comment on how you would contribute to the College’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.  Materials received by November 22, 2019, will receive full consideration.  The anticipated start date is March 1, 2020.

Lafayette College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, religion, age, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law, in its educational programs and activities, admissions, or employment, as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable laws and College policies. Lafayette College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.

Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community: one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. Lafayette College is an equal opportunity employer.