Registrar and International Student Advisor
Mannahouse Church, United States
Job Description
Manages all activities related to the Office of the Registrar, including academic advising, academic services, and record keeping. Provides general office and student administrative support for international students. Serves as liaison between various state and federal regulatory agencies. Does related work as needed.
- Hours: Full-Time, Exempt
- Ministry Center: Portland Bible College
- Reports to the Academic Dean
- Supervises the Assistant to the Registrar and the Admissions Coordinator
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required; Must meet current qualifications set by Homeland Security for Designated School Officials as described on their website; Previous administrative and record keeping experience required, preferably in an academic/higher education environment; General knowledge and the ability to use computers and databases required; Proficient in knowledge and process of student records management; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both orally and written; Familiarity with immigration law, tax, and procedures as it relates to international students is preferred; Comfortable and proficient in cross cultural communication; Proficient in organizing, scheduling, and coordinating a variety of activities; Must be able to multi task and remain flexible with varying workloads; Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required; Familiarity with Portland Bible College mission and vision required; Familiarity with educational environment preferred; typically requires 2-4 years of job-related experience; Must be a member in good standing of Mannahouse, including consistent attendance, ministry participation, and tithing.
Responsibilities
- Manages student registration, application process, and academic advising.
- Manages, maintains, and creates processes for the student records database, registration information, and student files.
- Prepares annual and semester schedules and reports.
- Organizes graduation ceremony. Coordinates commencement activities and program.
- Performs transcript evaluation and processes transcript requests.
- Responsible for printed communication materials with prospective and current students.
- Serves as liaison to various state and federal agencies, including US Department of Homeland Security and Department of Veterans of Affairs.
- Certifies academic requirements for students receiving Veteran Benefits.
- Serves as designated official between PBC and US Citizenship and Immigration Services.
- Responsible for producing, maintaining, certifying, and processing international student legal documents as well as PBC required documentation and testing.
- Facilitates the Work Study Program.
- Responsible for planning and executing events, meetings, and programs for international students.