Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
S14416P |
| Working Title |
Assistant Registrar |
| Department |
VPI-Registrar's Office |
| About the University of Georgia |
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university
(https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. |
| About the College/Unit/Department |
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| College/Unit/Department website |
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| Posting Type |
External |
| Retirement Plan |
TRS or ORP |
| Employment Type |
Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time |
Full Time |
| Work Schedule |
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| Additional Schedule Information |
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. |
| Advertised Salary |
Commensurate with Experience |
| Posting Date |
11/20/2025 |
| Open until filled |
No |
| Closing Date |
12/01/2025 |
| Proposed Starting Date |
12/22/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Location of Vacancy |
Athens Area |
| EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (
hrweb@uga.edu). |
| USG Core Values Statement |
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our
USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each
USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the
USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in
USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally,
USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Information
| Classification Title |
Assistant Registrar III |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| FTE |
1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience |
| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Position Summary |
The position is responsible for overseeing financial processes such as students petitioning for in-state residency for tuition purposes, employees requesting tuition waivers through the Tuition Assistance Program (
TAP), and other financial-related processes/waivers that involve registration, withdrawing, etc. This also includes supervision of a full-time employee that assists with these processes. The position coordinates state and internal financial audits related to these processes. The position performs this leadership role with independence and autonomy, and the decisions made by this position have significant financial implications for the university. |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Experience working with financial processes.
- Knowledge of Banner system.
- Knowledge of USG and UGA tuition classification policies.
- Ability to communicate complex processes effectively.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to effectively oversee a team of employees and assign duties/deadlines/goals.
- Ability to effectively multitask and finish competing duties/deadlines.
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| Physical Demands |
- Ability to work at a computer for long periods of time.
- Travel on campus.
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
No |
| Is this a Position of Trust? |
Yes |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? |
No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? |
No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? |
No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? |
No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) |
Yes |
| Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website. |
| Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Responsible for In-State Tuition Classification Petition Process and other Tuition Waiver/Exemption Processes
- Primary contact and subject matter expert for the process for students petitioning for in-state residency for tuition purposes.
- Ensure petition application and documentation meet USG policies and requirements.
- Process decisions made regarding in-state residency petitions.
- Coordinate the in-state residency review group.
- Stay abreast of changes to USG policies that affect tuition classification.
- Process tuition waivers and student attributes.
- Coordinate with various units on campus for receipt of student attributes affecting tuition and fees.
- Attend applicable USG conferences and workshops.
- Collaborate with Student Accounts and Financial Aid on waiver issues and establishing best practices.
- Provide data for Vice President for Instruction and USG officials as needed.
- Provide materials for financial audits.
- Maintain the institution's tuition classification manual.
- Supervise employee that assists with administrative responsibilities for tuition waivers.
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| Percentage of time |
55 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Responsible for Tuition Assistance Program (
TAP)
- Serves as the University's primary contact and coordinate for the USG's Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
- Audit processed TAP forms.
- Input TAP waivers into the student information system.
- Work with Payroll and Bursar to compile and reconcile TAP reports for the USG.
- Liaise with other TAP coordinators within the USG.
- Stay abreast of changes to the TAP program.
- Supervise employee that provides assistance with the TAP process.
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| Percentage of time |
35 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
Assist with other student services processes and tasks on an as needed basis. |
| Percentage of time |
10 |
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University of Georgia
tuition assistance, retirement plan
Nov 20, 2025