Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

This position administers and coordinates the activities of a functional support area of the Registrar’s office. The incumbent supervises assigned support staff; interprets, recommends, and executes policies; serves as a liaison and resource to students, parents, and departments; and frequently exercises discretion and independent judgment.

Examples of Work Performed

• Supervises and coordinates the activities of assigned functional support area(s). Areas could include registration, records, transcripts, transfer credit, degree audit, course scheduling, event planning, commencement, residency, compliance, academic advising, and/or customer service.
• Interprets and applies State Laws, Federal laws, Boards of Trustees and institutional policies; makes recommendations concerning the development or modification of departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepares various reports and analyses for administrative utilization and reporting to the Board of Trustees and other internal and external agencies.
• Monitors and provides information concerning academic regulations to students, parents, and other interested persons.
• Reviews the work of subordinate staff to ensure accuracy.
• Communicates with students, parents, and faculty concerning academic standing and available options.
• Responds to questions concerning office policies and academic regulations.
• Monitors the daily preparation and generation of deposits.
• Assists with the coordination and planning of commencement.
• Serves on, and works closely with other members of, the Office of the Registrar Leadership team as well as other campus departments and external constituents to ensure daily operational goals are met.
• Attends committee meetings representing the Registrar’s office, and serves as a liaison with other departments.
• Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

• Supervises and coordinates the activities of assigned functional support areas of the Registrar’s Office.
• Communicates with students, parents, and departments regarding office policies and University regulations to ensure understanding and provide guidance.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, and evaluates subordinate staff.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

Experience:
One (1) year of experience related to the above described duties.

Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.