Academic Planning and Registration Assistant (Fixed Term Position)

Schiller International University Inc.; Delaware; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant/dining privileges

Job summary

Schiller International University Inc. seeks an Academic Planning and Registration Assistant to support scheduling, enrollment, and registrar functions across campuses.

You will help ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of student records and coordinate with academic teams to improve services. The role requires experience with SIS and LMS platforms, strong data analysis skills, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred in a relevant field.
• Experience in higher education operations and registrar functions is required or highly desirable.
• Strong data management and regulatory awareness are essential.
• Proven ability to analyze schedules, enrollments, and academic records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage class scheduling and student enrollment across programs and campuses.
• Analyze scheduling opportunities and optimize class offerings for students and faculty.
• Support the creation and follow-up of the master schedule and academic planning processes.
• Monitor campus scheduling and enrollment to ensure proper budget execution.
• Prepare monthly academic planning reports and enrollment projections.
• Maintain, update, and ensure accuracy of student academic records.
• Administer SIS and LMS systems and manage registration processes for students.
• Process grades, attendance, transcripts, graduation clearance, and transfer credits.

Skills

Higher Education

SIS experience

Excel data analysis

English proficiency

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SIS

LMS (Blackboard)

Job description

Your tasks

Your mission

The Academic Planning and Registration Assistant is responsible for supporting academic planning, scheduling, and student enrollment processes while ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all student academic records. This role combines operational planning with registrar functions, contributing to efficient academic delivery, regulatory compliance, and high-quality student services across campuses.

Tasks and Responsabilities

Academic Planning & Scheduling

• Prepare and manage class scheduling and student enrollment across programs and campuses.
• Analyze scheduling opportunities and optimize class offerings for students and faculty.
• Support the creation and follow-up of the master schedule and academic planning processes.
• Monitor campus scheduling and enrollment to ensure proper budget execution.
• Prepare monthly academic planning reports and enrollment projections.

Student Records & Registrar Functions

• Maintain, update, and ensure accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of student academic records.
• Administer Student Information Systems (SIS) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Organize and manage registration processes for new and continuing students.
• Process grades, attendance, transcripts, graduation clearance, and transfer credits in a timely manner.
• Respond to inquiries regarding academic records and resolve related issues.

Compliance, Reporting & Audits

• Ensure compliance with institutional, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits of academic files (transcripts, evaluations, documentation, etc.).
• Support internal and external reporting, including accreditation processes.
• Assist in preparing reports for regulatory bodies and institutional stakeholders.

Coordination & Stakeholder Support

• Collaborate with faculty, academic teams, and university departments to ensure aligned processes.
• Provide support to Dean of Faculty, Dean of Students, Campus Director, and other stakeholders.
• Interpret academic policies, monitor student progress, and coordinate academic recognitions (Dean's list, probation, etc.).
• Participate in departmental and campus meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Operations & Administration

• Maintain up-to-date student information and ensure proper data management.
• Support academic planning budgets and routine administrative processes.
• Supervise or support Academic Support/Student Records functions (as applicable).
• Contribute to a positive institutional image and student experience.
• Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in Higher Education.
• Experience with Student Information Systems (SIS) required; LMS experience (e.g., "Blackboard") is a plus.
• Strong experience in academic planning, scheduling, and/or digital records management.
• Advanced computer skills, especially Excel and data analysis.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full professional proficiency in English required.
• Additional languages (Spanish, French, or German) are a plus.