Registrar

Registrar

Mercy University invites nominations and applications for a highly strategic, innovative, results-driven leader to join a fast-moving, fast-growing institution for the position of Registrar. The Registrar is an innovative leader who will help shape the future of student success at Mercy University. The Registrar is responsible for the integrity, accuracy, security, compliance, and service effectiveness of academic records, registration, degree progress and conferral processes, and related student-facing academic administrative services. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President of Data Analysis, AI and Strategy, and Executive Director of Financial Planning and Academic Operations within the Office of the Provost, this position provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, continuous process improvement, and a high level of service to Mercy’s students, leading the Office of the Registrar at Mercy University. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Ellucian Banner and demonstrated experience using the system effectively to support day-to-day operations and institutional needs.

Mercy University is a thriving, financially strong, independent, coeducational, comprehensive, and student-centered institution serving the New York Metropolitan region. Mercy's mission is to provide motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments. A Mercy education prepares students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives, and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. The University's Strategic Plan focuses on four goals that directly tie to the mission: Teaching and Learning, Student Success, Affordability and Financial Health, and the University Community.

Mercy University stands as the largest private minority-serving institution and Hispanic-Serving Institution in the region, reflecting its long-standing commitment to educational access. Mercy students come from non-traditional backgrounds and are often the first or second generation in their families to earn a college degree. The University is the region's largest private, nonprofit minority serving institution (designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution [HSI] by the federal government). Mercy's over 9,000 students (75 percent undergraduates) are exceedingly diverse: undergraduates are 67 percent female, 48 percent Hispanic, and 26 percent Black; 75 percent of first-time, full-time undergraduate students are Pell grant eligible; and 24 percent are aged 25 or older. Graduate students are 79 percent female, 30 percent Hispanic, and 21 percent Black. Mercy University’s Class of 2030 marks the 4^th consecutive year with a first-year class of 1,000+ students.

The Registrar will serve as the steward of student data and be responsible for managing all processes related to the student life cycle, from enrollment to degree completion. This position will also ensure that all regulatory reporting requirements are submitted on a timely basis. The Registrar will report directly to the Associate Vice President of Data Analysis, AI and Strategy, and Executive Director of Financial Planning and Academic Operations within the Office of the Provost. The ideal candidate will be able to leverage technology to improve registrar processes in order to enhance the student experience and promote student success. This individual will also demonstrate key team-building qualities and be able to provide training and guidance to junior team members.

Additional information on the University and the search can be found in the detailed position profile.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary for the role is currently anticipated to range from $140,000 to $175,000, commensurate with experience. Mercy University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Please submit your CV and cover letter as soon as possible using our Talent Profile. Nominations or inquiries can be directed to the search team below.

Steve Leo, Managing Director

Mark Halligan, Senior Associate

DSG | Storbeck

MercyRegistrar@dsgco.com

For more information on Mercy University and its programs, please visit www.mercy.edu. Mercy University is an AA/EEO/M/F/Veteran/ADA employer.

Mercy University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of university life. The University shall recruit, employ, retain, and promote employees, and shall admit and provide services for students, without regard to an individual's race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, partnership status, disability (including HIV/AIDS), genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, alienage, citizenship, criminal arrest and conviction records, military or veteran status, salary history, credit history, caregiver status, pregnancy or related conditions, lactation status, sex and reproductive decisions, status as a victim of dating violence/domestic violence/stalking/sex offenses/sex abuse, unemployment status, or any other legally prohibited basis in accordance with federal, state, county and city laws.

Every member of the Mercy University community, including students, employees, applicants for employment, applicants for student admission, contractors, and visitors, deserve the opportunity to live, learn, work, and participate in an environment free from discrimination. As such, Mercy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex and all other protected characteristics. Mercy University prohibits such discrimination, as well as retaliation in admissions, continuing enrollment, and employment on the part of any University community member directed at another member, including bias-related conduct.