Position Summary Michigan State University invites nominations and applications for the position of University Registrar, reporting directly to the Assistant Provost for Enrollment Services and Academic Strategic Planning. This is a hybrid position working both remotely and on campus. The Office of the Registrar As the nation's pioneer land-grant university and a member of the Association of American Universities, Michigan State University (MSU) is a research-intensive institution comprising 17 degree-granting colleges. With a student population of more than 52,000, including over 10,800 graduate and professional students from all 50 states and more than 130 countries, the university community is both multi-ethnic and multinational. The campus is in East Lansing, a vibrant university town of 50,000 people adjacent to Lansing, the state capital. MSU is also home to the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, Wharton Center for Performing Arts, and a host of other attractions and activities. The Position The University Registrar is a critical leader responsible for student record-related services, emphasizing academic integrity, compliance, and innovation. This role positions the Office of the Registrar as a first-in-class model for modernizing registrar tools and business practices, ensuring MSU is a national leader in academic operations. The Registrar is expected to be a thought leader with a demonstrated history of fostering a people-centered culture that embraces change, values efficiency, and prioritizes employee engagement. The successful candidate will articulate a forward-thinking vision that enhances academic support services, optimizes technology use, and aligns with institutional goals while maintaining cost efficiency. In addition to traditional registrar responsibilities, the Registrar is responsible for actively managing and executing the office’s strategic plan, including achieving intentional goals related to inclusiveness. The Registrar ensures the integrity of academic records, develops systems to track the institution’s academic history, and collaborates with university leadership to advance MSU's academic mission. This role also involves advising on academic policy matters, identifying emerging policy and compliance issues, and ensuring the seamless operational implementation of governance decisions. The University Registrar collaborates extensively with key partners, including the Office of Admission, Office of Financial Aid, Spartan One-Stop, and teams focused on Accreditation, Assessment, Curriculum, and Compliance. Additionally, the Registrar works closely with college deans, assistant and associate deans, undergraduate and graduate education offices, Institutional Research, student information system teams, and faculty. These relationships ensure the office provides outstanding support to the students of Michigan State University, welcoming all Spartans to achieve their educational goals. In this role, the Registrar balances and aligns the interests of faculty, administrators, and students with the operational priorities of the Office of the Registrar. Leading a dedicated team of 43 staff members, the Registrar manages an annual budget of $3.2 million to support the office’s mission and objectives. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Masters Desired Degree Doctorate Minimum Requirements Candidates must have: + At least five years of leadership experience in a registrar’s office or related university area working with academic information and overseeing operations. + A master’s degree (Ph.D. preferred). + Excellent written and oral communication skills. + Experience linking customer service, operational needs, and information management systems to develop or enhance processes. + A proven track record as a thought leader with a people-centered management style emphasizing teamwork, inclusion, and staff development. + A deep understanding of modern management and data systems, including non-technical insights into their potential and limitations. + Knowledge of Veterans Administration and NCAA regulations. Desired Qualifications Preferred qualifications include experience with Campus Solutions and a demonstrated ability to modernize tools and practices for improved efficiency and service delivery. Ph.D. preferred. Michigan State University seeks candidates with strong management and relationship-building skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in engaging with diverse stakeholders. Required Application Materials Applications should include a letter expressing interest, a current CV, and contact information for at least three references. References will be contacted only with the approval of the candidate. Special Instructions Applications should be received no later than March 10th, 2025, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon. Website reg.msu.edu MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.