Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Academic Services Associate Director

Working Title: Associate Registrar

FTE: Full Time 1.0 (100%) FTE | Hybrid

Salary Range: $91,766 - $95,000

Position Requisition #40789

Job Description

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers*

Reporting directly to the University Registrar, the Associate Registrar works with the faculty and administration regarding records, registration and enrollment issues and is directly responsible for the supervision and management of administrative and service functions of the Office of the Registrar , while ensuring a high quality student service environment. This position will also oversee the Veteran and Military Student Services (VMSS) registrar staff and operations.

This role will provide leadership and strategic direction to the Office of the Registrar. The Associate Registrar directly supervises four Assistant Registrars and oversees a staff of four additional professionals, as well as the student workers for the Office of the Registrar. This position will serve on the Enrollment Operations leadership team, and will regularly work with Financial Aid and Lynx Central leadership to ensure we have consistent quality levels of services in those areas.

Associate Registrar

What you will do:

• Serve as a collaborative leader within units that comprise Enrollment Management and the Registrar's Office.
• Oversee the development of strategies, support structures and processes to effectively administer Registrar's Office services.
• Supervise and administer academic policy, registration, grading policies and grade collection, transcript production and fulfillment, residency determination, , , continuing and professional educational programs and records, degree certification and posting, and licensure certifications for current and graduating students and alumni.
• Directly supervise 4 Assistant Registrars, 4 Registrar Specialists, and all student workers for the Office of the Registrar. Develop and gather metrics to ensure that daily operations are moving forward successfully.
• Act as lead on Graduate Studies Office forms, workflows, and processes.
• Develop, maintain, and publish the Academic Calendar in all formats.
• Work with the University Registrar and other Associate Registrars to create and implement strategies, policies and procedures relating to transactions in support of the students, faculty, staff and administration.
• Represent the school on University-wide committees such as CU Student Records, CU-SIS Steering, and other working groups or projects as assigned.
• Provide expert guidance on policies and procedures related to registration, coursework, credits, grading and records retention, and FERPA.
• Conduct systematic evaluation of all current and historical Denver student records, including credits, grades, and degree information to maintain effective data integrity.
• Collaborate with other campus Registrar's Offices, schools, and programs, to enforce policies surrounding intercampus registration and other special programs, involving additional external stakeholders when applicable.
• In conjunction with the University Registrar, ensure school compliance with FERPA, and support FERPA training for all faculty, staff and administrators.
• Employee management, including hiring, onboarding, training, development, and performance management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in management level positions, including supervisory experience.

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in student affairs, student personnel services, higher education, or related field of study.
• Advanced experience with supervision and development of professional staff.
• Experience at the Assistant Registrar level or above in a higher education Registrar's Office.
• Prior experience with Oracle PeopleSoft SIS and other applications, such as OnBase, CollegeSource, Leepfrog, Parchment and Paradigm.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills, characterized by the ability to work effectively with a range of constituents including students, faculty, alumni and School and University colleagues.
• Capacity for critical thinking and logic to assimilate complex concepts in data and interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated skill and knowledge of registrar profession.
• Knowledge and understanding of the academic and curricular environment of a college or professional school.
• Demonstrated familiarity with all Registrar related components of a student information system (SIS).
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in matters that are sensitive and confidential.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Conditions of Employment

• Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
• This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks and operational requirements, and at the discretion of office leadership. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

• This position may be performed in a hybrid modality, requiring the ability to work effectively in a remote setting. This includes maintaining a dedicated workspace free of excessive noise or distractions, reliable internet connectivity, and the ability to participate in virtual meetings for extended periods. Employees must be able to independently manage time, remain stationary for prolonged computer-based work, and transport necessary equipment (such as a laptop and peripherals) between their remote work location and the office as needed.

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $91,766 - $95,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by Aug 27, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

• A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
• A current CV/resume
• List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to Meredith Husk, [email protected].

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.