Admission/Registration Specialist

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Admission/Registration Specialist - Boca Raton, FL.

The Admission/Registration Specialist supports the accuracy and maintenance of student academic records by processing petitions, withdrawals, and other updates. This role monitors enrollment reports, assists with Executive Education registration and compliance reporting, prepares documents for notarization, and supports commencement and orientation activities. The position requires strong attention to detail, service focus, and collaboration across campus offices.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Responsible for processing a variety of academic record updates, including, but not limited to, Academic Petitions, Exceptional Circumstance Withdrawals, grade forgiveness requests, and fiscal reinstatements.

• Monitors and analyzes various registration and enrollment quality assurance reports and updates academic records, as necessary.

• Assists with the updating of academic records as needed to ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements.

• Provides support with facilitating Executive Education course registration.

• Assists with reporting to the National Student Clearinghouse and updates to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS).

• Prepares and verifies academic record documentation for notarization.

• Assists with commencement ceremonies and related activities.

• Support the creation and updating of online orientation materials and serve as a representative for the Office of the Registrar at New Student Orientation events, as needed.

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Sick Leave Pool Program.

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma and five years of appropriate experience required.


Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

At least two years of experience in admissions, registration, academic advising, or academic affairs within a higher-education setting.

Proficiency with student information systems (e.g., Banner) and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.

Exceptional attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy in data and document management.

Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Salary:

$20.52 per hour.
Non-Exempt Support Personnel (SP)

College or Department:

UR: Graduation/Compliance

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2026-02-24

Special Instructions to Applicant:

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:
Applicants may claim Veterans’ Preference on their application. The applicant claiming preference is responsible for providing required documentation at the time of making an application in Workday for a vacant position, or prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If an applicant qualifies for Veterans' Preference and the SP position, they are shown preference by the guarantee of an interview. Veterans’ Preference does not guarantee a job. For additional information, please visit https://www.fau.edu/jobs/resources/veterans/. For assistance, please contact Recruitment Services at [email protected].

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover Letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.