Charleston Southern University
Priority Consideration Date for Applications – Friday, May 1, 2026
Position Summary
Charleston Southern University seeks a strategic, detail-oriented, and student-centered Registrar to lead the Office of the Registrar and ensure the integrity, security, and accuracy of student academic records and registration processes. As a senior academic administrator, the Registrar provides leadership, policy development, and operational oversight for all academic records functions and collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and campus partners to support student success and…
institutional compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight for all functions of the Registrar’s Office, including registration, grading, degree audit, transcript production, enrollment verification, and degree conferral
- Ensure the accuracy, confidentiality, and security of student academic records in compliance with FERPA and applicable laws
- Oversee the maintenance of the academic calendar, course schedules, and official academic publications, including the University Catalog and term course offerings
- Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures related to student records, registration, and academic compliance
- Lead degree audit and graduation processes, verifying that students meet all institutional requirements
- Manage Registrar’s Office operations, including staff supervision, professional development, workflow optimization, and budget planning
- Serve as a key liaison with academic departments, Information Technology, and external partners regarding student information systems and academic policy interpretation
- Produce and analyze data and reports related to enrollment, retention, and academic outcomes for internal and external stakeholders
- Serve on institutional committees in support of academic governance and university initiatives
Qualifications
- Master’s degree required; terminal or advanced degree preferred
- Significant experience in higher education administration, particularly in registration, academic records, or a related functional area
- Demonstrated knowledge of FERPA and student information systems; experience with Jenzabar (preferably J1 Web) and Slate strongly preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex processes and large data sets
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience leveraging technology to improve service delivery, accuracy, and operational efficiency
- Background in academic policy development and shared governance collaboration
- Demonstrated commitment to student-centered service, integrity of academic records, and continuous process improvement
Starting Salary Range and Benefits: Strong
Application Process:
The priority date for initial application review is Friday, May 1, 2026. It is anticipated that the candidate to be hired as the next University Registrar will come from this pool. The position will remain open until filled.
focusEDU is assisting Charleston Southern University with their generation of registrar candidates with demonstrated credentials and leaders with progressive vision in the registrar profession.
A completed application will consist of these materials which must be submitted electronically to:
Herb Riley, Lead Search Coordinator, at REGCSU@focusedunow.com:
- Your cover letter inciting why this position has appeal for you and what you can bring to the position
- Your unabridged resume
- Your faith based statements. Your faith statement must be signed and will include:
- 1. Biblical Core Values-What We Believe | CSU
- 2. Mission: “Promoting Academic Excellence in a Christian Environment (About | CSU)
- 3. Vision: To be a Christian university nationally recognized for integrating faith in learning, leading, and serving. (About | CSU)
- 4. Please expand your statement by providing how you actively participate in the Christian activities of your church.
About Charleston Southern University
Located near historic Charleston, South Carolina, Charleston Southern University is a comprehensive institution offering a liberal arts curriculum to over 3,600 students and offers over 60 majors and graduate programs in Education, Business, Criminal Justice, and Nursing. The mission of the University is “promoting academic excellence in a Christian environment,” and the vision is to be a Christian University nationally recognized for integrating faith in learning, leading and serving. Charleston Southern has nationally accredited programs in nursing, business, education, music and athletics, and a budget of approximately $60 million. Affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention, Charleston Southern employs faculty and staff who are professing Christians. For more information about the University, please visit www.charlestonsouthern.edu.