Registrar

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 138,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) seeks a Registrar to provide strategic leadership for student and enrolment services, including admissions, registration, records, and enrolment management. You will lead initiatives to enhance student outcomes and foster a student-centred service model across registrarial systems.

The role requires a graduate degree in Education or related field, at least seven years in senior administration, and proven experience in data

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Education or related field.
• Minimum seven years in a senior administrative/managerial role in a university.
• Experience establishing registrarial systems or similar administrative processes.
• Strong data analytics and evidence-informed decision making.
• Financial and human resources planning and budgeting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for student and enrolment services at OISE.
• Oversee admissions, registration, academic records, and enrolment management.
• Drive operational excellence with data analytics and technology-enabled processes.
• Collaborate with academic departments to assess impact of programs and policy changes.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and best practices in higher education administration.

Skills

Data analysis

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Graduate degree in Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Reporting to the Associate Dean, Programs, the Registrar provides strategic leadership for student and enrolment services at Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), including admissions, registration, academic records, enrolment management, student services, and student success initiatives. The Registrar is responsible for advancing a student-centred service model through the development and implementation of registrarial strategies, policies, systems, and programs that support institutional priorities and enhance the student experience.

The Registrar oversees enrolment planning, recruitment, academic advising, records administration, and business process improvement initiatives. Leveraging data analytics, technology, and evidence-informed practices, the incumbent drives operational excellence, supports informed decision-making, and contributes to improved student outcomes across the student lifecycle.

As a member of the senior administrative leadership team, the Registrar provides expert advice on admissions, academic regulations, policy development, and registrarial matters, while ensuring compliance with University policies, legislative requirements, and best practices in higher education administration.

The Registrar is a champion of innovation and will advance technology-enabled solutions and process improvements. The Registrar will work with academic departments at OISE to build strong partnerships, and assess the operational impact of new programs, policy changes, course offerings, and academic regulations.

The Registrar is also accountable for the effective financial, human resource, and operational leadership of the Registrar's Office. The Registrar fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and service excellence, supporting OISE's commitment to academic excellence, accessibility, and student success.

EDUCATION

Graduate degree in Education or a related field required.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of seven years in a senior administrative and managerial role in a university setting establishing protocols, administering and interpreting policies, rules and regulations and developing registrarial systems or similar administrative processes. Senior administrative experience in relation to student affairs, student services and/or student engagement necessary.

Demonstrated ability to provide vision and leadership, with significant experience in strategic decision-making and data/information analysis. The ability to empower, energize and motivate team members to deliver their best in a consultative and collegial environment.

Demonstrated commitment to innovation through the development of efficient, technology-enabled, and student-focused administrative practices.

Financial acumen required. Advanced experience in financial and human resources planning and control including developing budgets and financial processes.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

Advanced proficiency in data management and analysis, including the use of complex systems, databases, and statistical tools. Familiarity with emerging educational technologies and sound judgment in selecting and implementing technological solutions. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing a team. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Experience engaging diverse audiences and managing complex situations with professionalism.

Proven strategic planning, problem-solving, and client service abilities, with sound judgment, tact, diplomacy, and persuasive skills.

Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and human rights, with working knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, Codes of Student Conduct, and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Strong collaboration, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to effectively manage competing priorities, complex workloads, and emergent issues.

Demonstrated experience with innovation and continuous improvement; openness to explore new approaches that advance organizational goals and support student success.

Advanced proficiency in data management and analysis, including the use of complex systems, databases, and statistical tools. Familiarity with emerging educational technologies and sound judgment in selecting and implementing technological solutions. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

OTHER

Strong commitment to student success and well-being, with sensitivity to evolving student needs.

Demonstrated sound judgment, political acumen, and servant leadership in navigating complex academic environments.

Strong knowledge of Faculty and University policies, student services, U of T collective agreements, and HR practices, with a proven ability to foster inclusion and work effectively across diverse communities.

Closing Date:11/23/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:PM 6 -- Hiring Zone: $137,645 - $160,585 -- Broadband Salary Range: $137,645 - $229,410
Job Category: Registrarial Services

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.
As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.
If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website .