Associate Registrar

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln seeks an Associate Registrar to provide strategic leadership for the Office of the University Registrar’s academic services. This role directs curriculum management, class scheduling, enrollment services, and degree certification to support student success and timely degree completion.

You will supervise staff, partner with colleges and units, participate in curricular governance, and coordinate commencement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of university curriculum experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience engaging with individuals at all levels of an institution.
• Extensive knowledge of Registrar procedures and processes.
• Ability to provide direction to staff and external partners in operations and procedures.
• General knowledge of degree requirements and how university work is accomplished.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum management and enrollment services.
• Oversee scheduling, degree certification, and classroom assignment management.
• Serve as liaison with colleges and academic units.
• Lead registrar technology improvements with IT staff.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and support student success.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Policy/process knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Position Information

Working Title Associate Registrar

Department Office of the University Registrar-0961

Requisition Number S_260696

Posting Open Date 09/08/2026

Application Review Date 09/15/2026

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Associate Registrar provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Office of the University Registrar’s academic services. This position directs the administration of curriculum management, class scheduling, enrollment services, graduation and degree certification, and the management of general-purpose classroom assignments. The Associate Registrar ensures these services are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with institutional policies while supporting student success and timely degree completion.

The position supervises curricular services staff and provides leadership to the Assistant Registrar responsible for the Academic Services Specialist team. Through effective supervision, staff development, and process improvement initiatives, the Associate Registrar promotes operational excellence and high-quality service to students, faculty, advisors, and academic administrators.

Serving as the primary liaison between the Office of the University Registrar and the university’s colleges and academic units regarding operations, the Associate Registrar works collaboratively with campus stakeholders to address curricular, scheduling, enrollment, and graduation-related needs. As a member of the University Curriculum Committee, the Associate Registrar provides expertise on curricular governance and system support.

The Associate Registrar directs registrar-related activities associated with commencement ceremonies held three times annually, coordinating degree certification processes and serving as the Office of the University Registrar’s representative on the University Commencement Committee. The position ensures accurate degree conferral and successful commencement operations, contributing to an exceptional experience for graduates and their families.

The position provides functional leadership for registrar technologies supporting curricular and academic services operations. Working closely with information technology and programming staff, the Associate Registrar implements system enhancements and tests new functionality.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience working with university curriculum and degree programs required.
• Must have excellent communication and writing skills.
• Experience working with individuals at all levels of an institution necessary.
• Must have extensive knowledge of Registrar’s office procedures and processes.
• Ability to clearly provide direction to office staff and external partners in proper operations and procedures essential.
• General knowledge of college degree requirements and how university work is accomplished required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, business, MIS or related field
• More than 5 years of progressive and related full-time employment experience desirable.
• Preferred ability to effectively communicate with senior campus leadership in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to build relationships with campus units and promote the Office of the University Registrar’s services helpful.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

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