Degree Services Specialist - Graduation & Compliance

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement options

Annual leave

12 paid holidays

Tuition waivers for employees and/or家族

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

The University of Alaska is seeking a detail-oriented Degree Services professional in the Office of the Registrar. You will support departments, review graduation eligibility, and produce degree audits to help students reach milestones.

Responsibilities include handling petitions, changes of major, and ensuring FERPA compliance while maintaining accurate student data across systems. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and two years relevant experience.
• Familiarity with university policies and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and data accuracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Review graduation eligibility and produce degree audits.
• Identify honors candidates and validate degree requirements.
• Process petitions and changes of major; ensure data integrity.
• Navigate student information systems and test software updates.
• Provide friendly customer support across channels and train staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Higher education experience

Database systems familiarity

FERPA compliance

Analytical problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

The University of Alaska is seeking a detail-oriented Degree Services professional in the Office of the Registrar. You will support departments, review graduation eligibility, and produce degree audits to help students reach milestones.

Responsibilities include handling petitions, changes of major, and ensuring FERPA compliance while maintaining accurate student data across systems. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.