Associate Registrar

Mount-Marty-University; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Marty University in Yankton, SD, seeks an ambitious full-time Associate Registrar to lead and maintain accurate academic records. The role emphasizes cross-training across registrar functions and readiness to step into varied duties to support student success, with a January 2027 start (later possible).

The Associate Registrar will oversee policy interpretation, document transfer evaluation, class scheduling, catalog updates, and VA education benefits certification, reporting to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; prior higher ed registration/records experience preferred.
• High accuracy and attention to detail in data entry.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priority projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Commitment to Mount Marty University's mission.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the day‑to‑day interpretation, implementation, and communication of academic policies and procedures of the university
• Assures efficient and accurate delivery of Registrar’s office functions
• Collaborates with the Admission Office to evaluate and record transfer coursework
• Coordinates with academic leaders to create class schedules and assign classroom space
• Maintain and update the University catalog
• Serves as School Certifying Official for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs education benefits
• Chairs Commencement Committee
• Assists with degree audit configuration and student degree completion reviews

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Commitment to mission

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview:

Mount Marty University seeks an ambitious professional for the role of full-time Associate Registrar. The Associate Registrar will serve in a vital leadership and operational role in the Office of the Registrar, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and security of academic records. A key feature of this position is commitment to comprehensive cross‑training across all functional areas of the department. The ideal candidate is an adaptable, proactive team player eager to master diverse administrative systems and step into any role within the office to support student success and operational continuity.

This position is scheduled to begin in January 2027, though a later start date may be considered for the ideal candidate.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the day‑to‑day interpretation, implementation, and communication of academic policies and procedures of the university
• Assures efficient and accurate delivery of Registrar’s office functions
• Collaborates with the Admission Office to evaluate and record transfer coursework
• Coordinates with academic leaders to create class schedules and assign classroom space
• Maintain and update the University catalog
• Serves as School Certifying Official for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs education benefits
• Chairs Commencement Committee
• Assists with degree audit configuration and student degree completion reviews

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; prior experience in higher education registration, admissions, or records management preferred
• High accuracy and attention to detail in data entry
• Strong critical thinking, problem‑solving, and analytical capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priority projects concurrently with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Commitment to the mission of Mount Marty University

About the University:

Located on a beautifully maintained 80‑acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River, Mount Marty's hallmark is outstanding teaching, small class size, and a strong commitment to the liberal arts in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. The campus is minutes away from Lewis and Clark Lake, one of South Dakota's most popular recreation areas, and is within driving distance of the Twin Cities, Kansas City, and Omaha.