Registrar Jobs in California
Registrar jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in higher education, healthcare, and local government, with openings at every level from entry-level admissions support through senior records administration. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento drive the highest volume of hiring, anchored by institutions like the University of California system, Kaiser Permanente, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The most in-demand specialties are academic records management, patient registration, and enrollment services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Full Time, Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
This position provides support to various school sites within the region, including East LA, Gardena, and Watts . The role may require travel between locations to meet site-specific needs.
Help Us Change Lives
We live by the motto that “There is a Student in Front of Everything We Do” and we are very passionate about it. Do you have a passion to work with students? If so, then this is an exciting opportunity for you! You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students supporting their growth and development. Remember the person who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn.
Learn more about us at https://learn4life.org/
How You Will Make an Impact
The Registrar is responsible for information processing of student enrollments in accordance with school policy. This Position will interface with various departments and personnel to provide information concerning student records and school program completion.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Interprets transcripts of incoming students (e.g. cum folders, record card, withdraw grades from previous school, fines/fees from previous school, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring their conformance with school grading, curriculum and course credit systems
- Verify credits earned to fulfill graduation requirements
- Enter all necessary information in to student information database (i.e. Test scores, immunizations, court documents, records)
- Maintain records of students completed coursework including grades, grade changes, academic achievements, and student materials
- Assist Teachers with information for student academic planning
- Inform Administrators and/or Counselors of possible student credit deficiencies and/or unusual placements for the purpose of ensuring student success
- Liaison between schools to procure relevant student records/files
- Conduct pre-enrollment interviews with new students and parents
- Process requests from students, other districts, colleges/universities and/or employment agencies (e.g. transcripts, job verification, etc.) for the purpose of providing requested information
- Complete and maintain forms required by the Department of Children Social Services, State Disability, adult programs, and Cal Learn/El Nido
- Compile student data
- Prepare general, statistical and special reports for management
- Attend student and school events (i.e. Graduation, Open House)
- Participate in staff meetings (i.e. WASC, staff development), as requested
- Adherence to attendance policies
- Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:
- Excellent record keeping techniques
- Effective communication, reading and writing skills
- Effective planning and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to collaborate with various levels of personnel
- Ability to use computer technology proficiently
- Ability to meet schedules and timelines
- Understanding of codes, regulations & laws related to student enrollment, graduation and transfer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or General Education diploma
- Minimum of 3 years office experience or a minimum of 3 years in a public school setting handling student school information processing responsibilities
- Experience using student information databases
- Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software
TRAVEL: Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Mental Demands: high workflow management, high project coordination
- Finger Dexterity: using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together
- Talking: especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly
- Average Hearing: able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information
- Average Visual Abilities: ordinary acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or operate machinery
- Physical Strength: sedentary work. Sitting most of the time, and occasionally exerts up to 10 lbs. of force (almost all office jobs)
- Frequent multi-tasking, changing of task priorities, repetitious exacting work required
- Working in a noisy, distracting environment with frequent deadline pressures
Full Time, Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
This position provides support to various school sites within the region, including East LA, Gardena, and Watts . The role may require travel between locations to meet site-specific needs.
Help Us Change Lives
We live by the motto that “There is a Student in Front of Everything We Do” and we are very passionate about it. Do you have a passion to work with students? If so, then this is an exciting opportunity for you! You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students supporting their growth and development. Remember the person who made a difference in your life? Now it’s your turn.
Learn more about us at https://learn4life.org/
How You Will Make an Impact
The Registrar is responsible for information processing of student enrollments in accordance with school policy. This Position will interface with various departments and personnel to provide information concerning student records and school program completion.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Interprets transcripts of incoming students (e.g. cum folders, record card, withdraw grades from previous school, fines/fees from previous school, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring their conformance with school grading, curriculum and course credit systems
- Verify credits earned to fulfill graduation requirements
- Enter all necessary information in to student information database (i.e. Test scores, immunizations, court documents, records)
- Maintain records of students completed coursework including grades, grade changes, academic achievements, and student materials
- Assist Teachers with information for student academic planning
- Inform Administrators and/or Counselors of possible student credit deficiencies and/or unusual placements for the purpose of ensuring student success
- Liaison between schools to procure relevant student records/files
- Conduct pre-enrollment interviews with new students and parents
- Process requests from students, other districts, colleges/universities and/or employment agencies (e.g. transcripts, job verification, etc.) for the purpose of providing requested information
- Complete and maintain forms required by the Department of Children Social Services, State Disability, adult programs, and Cal Learn/El Nido
- Compile student data
- Prepare general, statistical and special reports for management
- Attend student and school events (i.e. Graduation, Open House)
- Participate in staff meetings (i.e. WASC, staff development), as requested
- Adherence to attendance policies
- Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, ETC:
- Excellent record keeping techniques
- Effective communication, reading and writing skills
- Effective planning and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to collaborate with various levels of personnel
- Ability to use computer technology proficiently
- Ability to meet schedules and timelines
- Understanding of codes, regulations & laws related to student enrollment, graduation and transfer
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or General Education diploma
- Minimum of 3 years office experience or a minimum of 3 years in a public school setting handling student school information processing responsibilities
- Experience using student information databases
- Experience with word processing and spreadsheet software
TRAVEL: Ability to travel in performance of job duties is required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Mental Demands: high workflow management, high project coordination
- Finger Dexterity: using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together
- Talking: especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly
- Average Hearing: able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information
- Average Visual Abilities: ordinary acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or operate machinery
- Physical Strength: sedentary work. Sitting most of the time, and occasionally exerts up to 10 lbs. of force (almost all office jobs)
- Frequent multi-tasking, changing of task priorities, repetitious exacting work required
- Working in a noisy, distracting environment with frequent deadline pressures
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registrar jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, health information management, or a related field
- Experience with student information systems such as Banner, PeopleSoft, or Ellucian
- Knowledge of California privacy laws including FERPA and CCPA as they apply to records
- Proficiency in electronic health records or enrollment management platforms
- Strong organizational skills managing high-volume records requests and compliance deadlines
- Ability to collaborate with academic departments, clinical teams, or government agencies
Registrar Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registrar in California?
Most registrar positions in California require a bachelor's degree, though the specific field varies by sector. Academic registrars typically hold degrees in education administration or business and gain experience in student services or enrollment offices at California community colleges or universities. Healthcare registrars benefit from completing a health information technology or medical administration program and may pursue credentials through the American Health Information Management Association. No single California state license governs all registrar roles, but sector-specific certifications strengthen candidacy.
Which companies hire registrars in California?
Employers hiring registrars in California right now include PIH Health, Lifelong Learning, and California State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's dense network of University of California and California State University campuses, along with major health systems, means consistent demand across both the academic and healthcare sectors.
Which California cities have the most registrar jobs?
Anaheim, Whittier, and Costa Mesa have the most registrar openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its concentration of university campuses, hospital networks, and county government offices, while San Francisco and Sacramento attract demand through large health systems and state agency headquarters that maintain extensive records operations.
Are there remote registrar jobs in California?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because registrar work often involves in-person document verification, front-counter student services, or on-site patient intake. About 33% of registrar openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting selective flexibility rather than broad adoption. Records processing, data entry, and transcript evaluation are the functions most likely to be performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a registrar in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an administrative support or records clerk role at a California community college or a patient access representative position at a regional hospital. The California Community Colleges system and the University of California campuses regularly post entry-level enrollment services roles that require no prior registrar experience. On the healthcare side, patient registration associate programs at systems like Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health serve as structured on-ramps. Completing a health information technology certificate or gaining fluency in Banner or Ellucian gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to registrar jobs in California?
You can find and apply to registrar jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly.
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