| Position Summary Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Academic & Enterprise Systems invites applications for the position of Executive Director & Registrar. West Chester University (WCU), a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. WCU is a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. The Executive Director & Registrar leads a team of service-oriented individuals responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the student record, utilizing technology to understand and respond to student needs, ensuring student privacy, and providing excellent proactive services to students, faculty and staff. The Executive Director & Registrar reports to the Senior Associate Vice President for Enrollment Systems & Services. The ideal candidate has a demonstrated commitment to student success, experience offering strategic leadership to support student success, has a strong student success philosophy that is evident in their leadership, be committed to collaboration, proactive thinking, and creative problem-solving. Minimum Qualifications - Master’s degree
- Progressive experience leading the work within a registrar’s office
- Extensive experience with enrollment data and systems
- Demonstrate a commitment to collaboration within higher education
- Experience leading initiatives that prioritize student success
- Expertise in shepherding and maintaining FERPA
- Expertise with university enrollment reporting compliance
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with enrollment management systems such as PeopleSoft, Ellucian, OnBase, Navigate, and Slate.
Special Instructions Greenwood/Asher & Associates, Inc. is assisting West Chester University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. For a full application package, please include a cover letter/letter of application, curriculum vitae/resume, and list of five references. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood/Asher and Associates. Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, applications should be provided before May 1, 2022. Confidential inquiries and nominations should be directed to: Julie Holley, Search Manager & Senior Executive Search Consultant julieholley@greenwoodsearch.com Itza Walters, Senior Executive Search Consultant itzawalters@greenwoodsearch.com Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCU's educational mission. The University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer encouraging diversity. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks. |
