Registration & Certification Coordinator- Law School

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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The Law School Office of Student Records is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented registration and certifications coordinator to join our team. The coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless and efficient registration and certification processes for our students. Working  closely with the assistant registrar for registration services and the assistant registrar for certifications and reporting, the incumbent  will support registration, enrollment, and bar certification,  from initial inquiries through processing and completing requests,  ensuring adherence to law school and university academic policies. The incumbent will work closely with various departments across the Law School and the University to coordinate registration efforts and deliver an outstanding student and alumni experience. This person will also serve as the front face of the office, triaging and directing requests as appropriate.

Who We Are

Founded in 1859, Michigan Law School is one of the world's leading institutions of legal education and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence characterized by a powerful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michigan is consistently ranked among the top law schools in the nation and enjoys international renown for its intellectual rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty scholarship, and a community noted for collegiality and warmth. Michigan Law has an exceptional and cooperative community of talented and interesting students, with 1000 in the J.D. and 40 in the LL.M. program. Our commitments to collegiality, constructive and challenging debate, and enabling our students to pursue a wide range of options explain why the Law School has long been committed to diversity along many dimensions. Our graduates serve with distinction in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors, in large numbers in every major market in the nation, as well as internationally. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which is considered among the best places in the United States to live and work.

At Michigan Law, we view our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to our mission as an educational institution and we seek to ensure that each member of our community has full opportunity to thrive in our environment. We believe that diversity is key to individual flourishing, educational excellence, and the advancement of knowledge and we maintain a deep commitment to fostering a diverse community in which all students, staff, and faculty learn and work in an atmosphere of inclusion and respect.

Responsibilities*

- Provide administrative support and excellent customer service related to registration, exams, bar certifications, and bar reporting as the outward face of the office, including fielding initial inquiries and providing information as appropriate
- Answer and route mail, email, and telephone calls as the first customer-facing staff member
- Manage and maintain databases, including those related to registration and bar certifications, ensuring timely and accurate record updates
- Communicate with stakeholders- including faculty, staff, and students-  regarding policies, procedures, and deadlines
- Collaborate with other team members to resolve complex issues and escalate matters when necessary
- Assist in the development and implementation of registration-related policies and procedures
- Monitor Office of Student Records webpage and request updates from the web team as necessary
- Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

- Associate's degree plus two years of administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of experience
- Experience using software solutions to manage work assignments
- Demonstrated experience as an effective team member and ability to organize, update, and maintain accurate electronic records and files
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment and discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications 
- Ability to prioritize among multiple simultaneous projects and meet strict deadlines

Desired Qualifications*

- Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, educational administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Prior higher education administration
- Proficiency in registration-specific software and database management systems

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.