National Campus/Registrar's Office
P.O. Box 159
Palikir, Pohnpei FM 96941

• Leadership and Management: Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the operations and services of the Registrar's Office/OARR. Ensures efficiency, compliance, and alignment with institutional strategic priorities.
• Policy and Compliance: Develops, implements, and updates policies and procedures governing admissions, registration, and student records management in accordance with federal regulations (including FERPA) and institutional policies.
• Student Information Systems: Serves as system administrator for the OARR module of the College's student information system (SIS), ensuring date accuracy, security, and confidentiality.
• Process Improvement: Establishes and monitors processes for continuous improvement in admissions workflows, credit evaluation, grade processing, transcript production, and graduation procedures.
• Commencement Coordination: Oversees all commencement-related activities, including degree audits, graduation file reviews, commencement ceremonies, and mailing of diplomas.
• Collaboration: Works closely with the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services (VPEMSS) in implementing recruitment strategies and administering college placement assessments.
• Budget and Resource Management: Develops, monitors, and manages the Registrar's Office/OARR budget to ensure effective allocation of resources and fiscal responsibility.
• Supervision and Training: Hires, supervises, trains, evaluates, and, when necessary, disciplines Registrar's Office/OARR staff. Provides professional development and procedural guidance to student services staff across all campuses.
• Records and Academic Services: Oversees maintenance of student academic records, course transfers, and substitutions. Ensures the integrity, accuracy, and accessibility of institutional data.
• School Certifying Official (SCO): Serves as the official School Certifying Official for the administration of U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) educational benefits. Verifies enrollment, monitors academic progress, and ensures compliance with VA regulations for eligible veterans and their dependents.
• Ex-Officio Membership: Serves as an ex-officio member of the Recruitment, Admissions, and Retention Committee, providing leadership, technical expertise, and guidance on admissions policies, data analysis, and student success strategies.
• Other Duties: Performs additional responsibilities as assigned to support institutional effectiveness and student success.

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, or a related field from a U.S. accredited institution. (Foreign credentials must be evaluated by World Education Servies or an equivalent credentialing agency). Minimum of five (5) years of progressive administrative experience in higher education, with a focus on student records, registration, admissions, or related student support functions, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory role. Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and evaluate administrative systems and policies. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proven experience with student information systems and data governance.

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate's professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed 3 pages);
2. COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf );
3. A current resume which includes a personal email address and cellular phone number;
4. Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
5. A minimum of three professional reference letters under six months old;
6. Valid driver's license; and
7. Criminal background check under 6 months old.

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.edu.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P.O. Box 159
Pohnpei FM 96941

(U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Official and hard copies of college transcripts are required to be mailed/electronically sent directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.