University Registrar

UMBC - University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Baltimore, MD

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Overview

UMBC is an honors university and a member of the University System of Maryland. US News & World Report named UMBC as the number one "Up and Coming" national university and as the top public national university in undergraduate teaching. With a total enrollment of just under 13,000 students, UMBC combines the emphasis on teaching found at the best liberal arts colleges with the innovation of a research university. Led by President Freeman Hrabowski, UMBC is one of the fastest-growing and most diverse research universities in the nation. Situated 15 minutes from the vibrant inner harbor of Baltimore and 30 minutes from Washington, DC, the area offers a broad spectrum of excellent educational, employment, and entertainment resources. UMBC is an AA/EOE.

The Position

Reporting to the Assistant Provost for Enrollment Management, the University Registrar is a collaborative expert and key member of the enrollment management team. The Registrar provides leadership and support in developing the conceptual framework and implementation of services essential to the academic enterprise—including oversight of academic records, course registration, class scheduling, articulation agreements, degree audit, and undergraduate progression toward degree completion. The Registrar is responsible for working in partnership with the faculty, academic department heads, faculty senate, and student government to develop, implement, and educate the campus community concerning academic policies and procedures. Additionally, the Registrar leads a staff of 20 staff professionals and collaborates with many internal stakeholders to develop and implement a welcoming, student-centered process balancing technology with efficient and professional service. The Registrar is directly responsible for managing academic information, policies and compliance, retention data, and progress toward degree completion for UMBC's undergraduate and graduate students, as well as records for alumni.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess at least a bachelor's degree, with a minimum of five years supervisory level experience in higher education, preferably in an academic services area, and will demonstrate a progression of increased professional responsibility and leadership. Additionally, a strong background in the effective use of technology to improve systems and delivery of services, and experience implementing academic policy in collaboration with a variety of campus constituencies are needed. The Registrar must have the ability to evaluate and assess systems, facilitate change processes, and possess a vision for strengthening service through the integration of best practices and ongoing investment in staff development. Familiarity with traditional and satellite campuses as well as hybrid and online learning environments is helpful. UMBC is a PeopleSoft institution.

Application and Nomination

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply for this position please click on the link below, complete the brief application form, and upload your resume and position-specific cover letter. Confidential inquiries and nominations for this position may be emailed to Valerie Szymkowicz. If you are unable to submit materials electronically, please call SJG at 413-529-2895.

Search Lead: Valerie B. Szymkowicz, Senior Associate

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