Description

Job Description

The Office of the University Registrar is looking for an individual to join our team as a Degree Audit Encoder/Academic Compliance Specialist. As a member of our team, you will play a critical role in the university's degree granting process.

Joining our team means becoming a part of an inclusive and supportive work environment. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of individuals, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to the success of both the office and the university.

Important Points

1) You will be joining the Office of the University Registrar: a department dedicated to assisting students in navigating their academic journey at Virginia Tech from admission to beyond graduation.

2) You will report directly to the Associate Registrar for Academic Programs and Compliance/Graduation Analysis. This position is a regular, calendar-year staff appointment.

3) Your primary responsibilities will encompass encoding approved degree requirements into the Degree Audit System and ensuring compliance with Federal enrollment/degree reporting requirements among several other job responsibilities.

4) You will have the chance to expand your knowledge of the university and pursue career advancement within the Office of the University Registrar.

5) The salary of this position is commensurate with experience up to an expected budget max of $45,184, accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, and retirement options.

To excel in this role, you should possess:

Required Qualifications

-Demonstrated knowledge of standard office practices and procedures
-Strong computer skills to include data entry
-Some knowledge of query language, programs and office applications
-Data analysis experience
-Ability to process large volumes of work while maintaining a high level of accuracy
-Strong communication and analytical skills and the ability to quickly adjust to shifting priorities
-Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
-Ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with all individuals in a diverse multicultural environment

Preferred Qualifications

-Knowledge of basic programming
-Advanced computer experience using large-scale relational databases such as Banner
-Knowledge of computer software programs and applications
-Experience with academic programs and curricular offerings
-Previous reconciliations and proofreading experience

Review Date

Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, September 24

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be be required to have a criminal conviction check

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Robin Lucas at [email protected] during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: September 10, 2025
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