Academic Records Coordinator

• 26-Aug-2024 to 16-Sep-2024
• - Registrar's Office
• St. Petersburg, FL, USA
• Full Time

Eckerd College is currently hiring for the position of Academic Records Coordinator to join our Academic Affairs team at our waterfront property along the Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg, Florida, in our relationship-focused community. This position is responsible for maintaining and managing student academic records and providing excellent customer service to students, faculty, and staff. The position will also support the Registrar's Office with administrative tasks and contribute to the smooth operation of the office.

The Academic Records Coordinator possesses excellent oral and written communication skills and is adept at conveying information to a diverse group of constituents. The incumbent will need to handle confidential information regarding student records with the utmost discretion, and will display strength in organization and detail orientation.

This position requires regular attendance in the physical office but is eligible for hybrid work at the Registrar's discretion. 

Benefits Overview
Eckerd College offers a competitive benefits package, including the following:

• 100 percent tuition remission for employees, spouses, and dependents; access to Tuition Exchange network
• HMO and HDHP medical insurance options; employer contribution to HSA for those on the high deductible plan that start date of hire.
• PPO dental and vision insurance networks; employer-provided life, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans that start date of hire.
• Generous employer contribution to employee's retirement plan upon eligibility.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and personal leave as well as 16+ paid holidays annually. 

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all data entry in the office, taking independent action on routine tasks (registration, course add/drop, major change, room bookings, etc.) and following explicit guidance from the Associate Registrar on higher-level tasks (petitions, degree conferrals, transfer credit entry, etc.)
• Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff and alumni, assisting students with inquiries related to academic records, registration, and graduation, as well as providing general reception service to the Registrar's Office and Financial Aid suite as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and college policies regarding student records and privacy (e.g., FERPA).
• Provide logistical and operational support for commencement and other graduation related activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or a minimum of two (2) years of experience in higher education.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and students. 
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

How to Apply
All interested candidates must apply online at http://eckerd.hirecentric.com. Follow the instructions to complete the online application which includes creating an applicant profile, uploading a resume and cover letter, completing an application, and identifying references. 

Employment will require a successful background check.

Eckerd College is committed to fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student body, and an inclusive campus community. Eckerd is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Eckerd College is especially interested in attracting candidates from historically underrepresented groups.