Assistant Registrar - Special Programs and Events

University of New Haven; Allingtown (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts on education and 
y

Generous paid time off

Holiday schedule and parental leave

Job summary

University of New Haven seeks an Assistant Registrar for Special Programs and Events to support external education partner programs, manage catalog content, and assist in registrar services. The role involves collaboration with campus stakeholders and event committees to advance the university’s mission.

You will coordinate communications, contribute to policy clarity, and provide backup for routine Registrar duties while supporting both internal and external programs and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years in a Registrar’s Office.
• Administrative experience in higher education preferred.
• Experience with Banner recommended.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide high level customer service for external education programs.
• Represent Registrar Office on commencement committees.
• Coordinate catalog updates and ensure accurate content.
• Improve communication of academic policy to stakeholders.
• Provide backup support for routine Registrar tasks.
• Promote teamwork across Enrollment Services.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner

MS Office

Job description

Assistant Registrar - Special Programs and Events

The University of New Haven, founded in 1920, is a private university whose mission is to prepare students to excel and lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate programs and has been recognized for academic excellence, nationally and internationally. In addition to its main campus in West Haven, the university has a campus in Tuscany, Italy. Learn more at newhaven.edu .

The Assistant Registrar – Special Programs and Events will contribute to the Office of the University Registrar by managing record information to ensure security and integrity. The Assistant Registrar is responsible for supporting external partner relationships as well as specialized university programs. The Assistant Registrar also assists in the management of the university catalog. They represent the office on university event committees and contribute to the services and mission of the Office of the University Registrar and the University as a whole.

You will:

• Provide a high level of customer service in supporting external education partner programs that include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Cultural Education Abroad (CEA)
  • Verto Education
  • Yale Prison Education Program
  • One Day Entrepreneurship Program
  • Project Lead the Way
  • University Study Abroad programs
• Represent the Office of the University Registrar on commencement related committees and manage student participation in the annual ceremony
• Coordinate catalog updates and modify catalog content to reflect the most accurate information for users
• Enhance communication of academic policy to university stakeholders
• Provide backup support for all routine Registrar office tasks.
• Promote teamwork, collaboration, and resource sharing across the Office of the University Registrar and other Enrollment Services areas

SECONDARY DUTIES:

• Support the operation of the One Stop Office
• Performs other duties as assigned

You need:

• Bachelor’s degree and two to four years of experience in a Registrar’s Office preferred
• Administrative experience in higher education desired
• Experience with Banner preferred
• Experience working with faculty members and administrative/academic departments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to enhancing the internal and external customer experience is required
• Professional presentation and demeanor is required
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams is necessary
• Excellent organizational skills and great attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and advance multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and take individual initiative as well as the ability to work as a collaborative team member
• Ability to work early morning, evening, and/or weekend hours as needed in support of student events and initiatives.

What’s In It for You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.
• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program
• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities
• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave.

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEM OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.

*Note- the budgeted salary for this position is $60,000