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Cornell University

Registrar's Office Assistant

Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, us, 14851


Registrar's Office AssistantAPPLYAbout Cornell Law SchoolCornell Law School, founded in 1887 and ranked 14th by U.S. News & World Report, offers a 3-year JD program, a one-year LLM program, and a doctoral (JSD) program. The school has 41 tenured and tenure-track faculty, including 20 with chaired positions, and 15 clinical professors involved in legal research and clinics at various levels. Cornell Law's faculty is highly regarded for scholarly productivity in areas like empirical legal studies and international law. The school aims to combine theoretical, doctrinal, and experiential teaching with cutting-edge scholarship to prepare graduates for success in the legal profession.The OpportunityThe Registrar's Office Assistant serves as the first point of contact for the Law School Registrar's Office, handling inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and the public. This role involves assisting with various complex administrative and technical tasks related to student records, course and enrollment management, and exam functions.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Service & Administrative SupportAct as the first point of contact in the Registrar's Office, handling inquiries via email, in-person, and phone.Manage the Law Registrar email account, responding or referring messages as needed.Assist with room reservations, scheduling makeup classes, and academic review sessions, as well as maintaining and tracking course enrollment.Process incoming and outgoing mail, including both regular and electronic communications.Support events like New Student Orientation, Convocation, and Commencement.Ensure compliance with data privacy and security regulations related to student records (e.g., FERPA).Provide information on policies and procedures regarding leaves of absence, withdrawals, and Title IV Financial Aid.Schedule office meetings and take minutes.Maintain and update the office website.Assist in maintaining and securing Law School student records, ensuring accurate data entry.Order office supplies.Exam SupportAssist with exam preparation, administration, and processing.Order exam supplies.Help with exam proctoring and scheduling.Provide support to students with exam-related issues.Other ResponsibilitiesServe as backup for the Academic Services Assistant and Enrollment Services Assistant.Participate in special projects as needed.Complete any required university compliance trainings.What We NeedA resume and cover letter are required for further consideration.High school diploma and 2 to 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong database management skills.Ability to work with highly confidential material under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.Capable of handling multiple tasks with varying deadlines and prioritizing simultaneous projects.Exceptional attention to detail.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Strong organizational, planning, time management, and interpersonal skills.Strong service orientation and problem-solving abilities.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.Experience working with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.Ability to manage high volumes of work during peak periods.If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't.Familiarity with university policies and procedures, particularly the role of the Registrar's Office at both the university and Law School levels.Experience with PeopleSoft.Experience with 25Live.Experience with WordPress.Experience with Exam4.Experience with Canvas.This is a one-year fixed-term,

full-time (39 hours/week) endowed position that is based in Ithaca, NY and fully on-site. Work hours are

Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Fridays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.Rewards and BenefitsCornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. We invite you to follow this link to get more information about our benefits: https://hr.cornell.edu/benefits-pay.Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/your-total-rewards.Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position.Familiarize yourself with Cornell's COVID-19 workplace guidance as well as the university's COVID-19 services and information.University Job Title:Student Services Asst III

Job Family:Student Services

Level:C

Pay Rate Type:Hourly

Pay Range:$22.60 - $24.03

Remote Option Availability:Onsite

Company:Endowed

Contact Name:Keionda Lewis

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dashboard to view jobs at Cornell.Online Submission Guidelines :Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by "dragging and dropping" them into the dropbox or by using the "upload" icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website.Employment Assistance:For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email atequity@cornell.edu.Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.Notice to Applicants:Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by

clicking here . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.EEO Statement:Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.2024-09-19