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University Registrar jobs are open across four-year universities, community colleges, and graduate institutions, from associate registrar to chief registrar, with specializations in student information systems, transfer credit evaluation, and academic records compliance. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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This is a part-time fixed term position, expected through July 2028.
Core responsibilities include:
- Inspect classrooms for student seat counts, needed repairs, furniture replacement and classroom inventory.
- Schedule and perform a classroom furniture sweep for all classrooms/labs before the start of fall and spring semesters to ensure classrooms are equipped with the correct number of student seats and broken furniture is replaced in kind.
- Submit work orders for needed maintenance to FMS, computing services, custodial or furniture vendor. Major repairs will be reported to the supervisor.
- Follow up on completed work orders.
- Maintain furniture, photograph and warehouse inventory and reports.
- Post classroom related posters and signs; photograph classrooms or furniture for inventory
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
You should demonstrate:
- Willingness and ability to quickly learn and adapt to recent technologies, business processes and procedures
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and other constituents
- Ability to deliver high quality, accurate and timely results
- Strong reasoning, analytical and communication skills
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 1-3 years experience providing facilities, custodial or warehouse support preferred, preferably in a comparable college or university setting. Organization in moving furniture
- A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
Additional Information:
- Sponsorship : Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.
- Work Posture: This position is operating in person, on-campus.
- Fixed Term: This is a fixed-term position through July 2028.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits , take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays , and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access , and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page .
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Service/Support (Non-L95)Position Type
Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Part timePay Basis
HourlyThis is a part-time fixed term position, expected through July 2028.
Core responsibilities include:
- Inspect classrooms for student seat counts, needed repairs, furniture replacement and classroom inventory.
- Schedule and perform a classroom furniture sweep for all classrooms/labs before the start of fall and spring semesters to ensure classrooms are equipped with the correct number of student seats and broken furniture is replaced in kind.
- Submit work orders for needed maintenance to FMS, computing services, custodial or furniture vendor. Major repairs will be reported to the supervisor.
- Follow up on completed work orders.
- Maintain furniture, photograph and warehouse inventory and reports.
- Post classroom related posters and signs; photograph classrooms or furniture for inventory
Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
You should demonstrate:
- Willingness and ability to quickly learn and adapt to recent technologies, business processes and procedures
- Commitment to delivering excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and other constituents
- Ability to deliver high quality, accurate and timely results
- Strong reasoning, analytical and communication skills
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience: 1-3 years experience providing facilities, custodial or warehouse support preferred, preferably in a comparable college or university setting. Organization in moving furniture
- A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Requirements:
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check
Additional Information:
- Sponsorship : Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Carnegie Mellon is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Carnegie Mellon.
- Work Posture: This position is operating in person, on-campus.
- Fixed Term: This is a fixed-term position through July 2028.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits , take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays , and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access , and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page .
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Service/Support (Non-L95)Position Type
Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Part timePay Basis
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in university registrar jobs.
- Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred in higher education administration or related field
- Hands-on experience administering Banner, PeopleSoft, Colleague, or a comparable student information system
- Working knowledge of FERPA regulations and student records confidentiality requirements
- Experience managing degree auditing, transfer credit evaluation, or graduation certification processes
- Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience within a registrar or enrollment services office
- Familiarity with regional accreditation standards and academic policy compliance in a higher education setting
Tips for Your University Registrar Job Search
Tailor your resume to SIS platforms
Hiring committees screen for hands-on experience with specific student information systems like Banner, PeopleSoft, or Colleague. Name the exact platforms you've used and describe what you configured or administered, not just that you worked with them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists university registrar openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your records and enrollment scope
Registrar hiring managers want scale. State how many student records you managed, how large the enrollment was, or how many degree audits you processed per term. Those numbers signal whether you can handle the institution's workload.
Read the accreditation body's standards first
Accreditation compliance is central to most registrar roles. Review the relevant regional accreditor's standards before your interview so you can speak to FERPA enforcement, transcript integrity, and graduation certification in the context the hiring institution actually operates in.
Negotiate start date around academic calendars
Universities are rigid about onboarding outside of peak registration and grading cycles. If your preferred start date falls in mid-semester, propose a transition that accounts for enrollment deadlines so the offer conversation doesn't stall on timing.
Address catalog and curriculum ownership directly
Many postings list course catalog maintenance and curriculum committee coordination as responsibilities but candidates rarely address them. Mention any direct experience managing catalog updates, prerequisite changes, or degree program approvals to stand out from applicants focused only on records.
University Registrar Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most university registrars?
The companies hiring the most university registrars right now include William & Mary, Emory University, and Lander University, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Kansas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster at institutions undergoing SIS migrations or accreditation reviews.
How many university registrar jobs are remote?
About 67% of university registrar openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, a smaller share than most higher education administrative roles. Fully in-person arrangements remain common because registrar work involves on-campus student services, physical document verification, and close coordination with academic departments during registration periods.
How do you become a university registrar?
Most registrars start in an enrollment services or records coordinator role, build direct experience with a student information system, and move into an associate or assistant registrar position. From there, taking on supervisory responsibility, leading a system implementation, or managing a major policy initiative like a catalog overhaul positions you for a director-level registrar appointment.
Can you get a university registrar job with limited experience?
Entry into the registrar career track is realistic with limited experience if you focus on assistant registrar or records specialist postings and emphasize any hands-on exposure to student data systems, academic advising databases, or enrollment operations. Demonstrating FERPA awareness and any direct experience with degree auditing or transfer credit review will strengthen an application more than general administrative background.
What does the university registrar interview process look like?
Most institutions run a first-round screening call with HR, followed by a panel interview with the provost's office, enrollment management leadership, and sometimes faculty senate representatives. Candidates are often asked to walk through a complex scenario involving a student records dispute, a FERPA compliance situation, or a systems migration. A presentation or case study exercise is common at the finalist stage.
Where can I find and apply to university registrar jobs?
You can find and apply to university registrar jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and institution type, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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