What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registrar position at John Paul II High School?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position
- Registers new students, verifies residency, requests records from previous schools, and inputs data into the Student Information System (SIS).
- Processes transfers, creates withdrawal packets, and sends official academic records to new schools.
- Maintains physical cumulative folders and digital databases (e.g., test scores, immunization records, and attendance logs).
- Organizes the grading process, posts grades, and processes official transcript requests for colleges, employers, and scholarships.
- Calculates and certifies Grade Point Averages (GPAs), class rank, and honor rolls.
- Compiles data submissions required by school administration, the Diocese and TCCB ED.
- Checks student records against graduation requirements, prepares diploma lists, and verifies graduates.
- Verifies academic standing for extracurricular activities, honors societies, and sports (e.g., TAPPS eligibility).
- Enforces privacy regulations regarding student records.
Position Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Able to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
- Has a working knowledge of the Blackbaud System used in student data input.
- Has a working knowledge of codes, regulations and laws related to student enrollment, graduation and transfers.
- Ability to routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment.
- Knowledge of telephone etiquette and operations.
- Possession of strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public, employees, and peers.
- Ability to store and file correspondence and data in an organized manner.
- Ability to use correct grammar when writing and speaking.
Education and Experience:
- Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
- Three or more years of experience as a registrar or in a related field.
Physical Requirements Specific to the Job:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.