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Associate Registrar for Compliance

2 days ago Albuquerque, NM

Compensation:
$59,500 - $75,900
Compensation Type:
Salary
Employment Type:
Regular
Grade:
E08
Position Summary
The Associate Registrar for Compliance is responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and compliance of student records. This role focuses on preventing fraud, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities

Compliance Management:

  • Ensure compliance with FERPA, state, and federal regulations related to student records.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of student records.
  • Conduct regular student records and reporting systems audits to identify and rectify discrepancies or compliance issues.

Fraud Prevention:

  • Analyze student records to detect and prevent fraudulent activities.
  • Triage and act as the point of contact for fraud incidents.
  • Review and respond to suspected fraudulent service requests and identify fraudulent transactions using various research methods.
  • Develop and implement fraud detection and prevention strategies.
  • Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance system security and data integrity and appropriately log, track and report on suspicious activity.
  • Investigate and resolve suspected fraud cases in collaboration with legal and compliance teams.

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Reporting and Documentation:

  • Prepare and submit compliance, records management, and fraud prevention reports.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of compliance efforts and fraud investigations.
  • Provide training and support to staff on compliance and record-keeping best practices.
  • Work closely with the Registrar, academic departments, IT, legal, and compliance teams to ensure cohesive and effective management of student records.
  • Serve as a point of contact for internal and external audits and investigations.
  • Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff regarding records-related policies and procedures.
  • Supervises staff, which includes prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained, follows policies and procedures; hires; and makes disciplinary recommendations.
  • Supports coordination and planning of operations, ensuring alignment with leadership directives.
  • Maintains currency with industry best practices.
  • Conducts continual review of office policy.
  • Researches and recommends solutions and processes regarding evolving requirements, mandates, and policy initiatives.
  • FERPA knowledge and expert understanding.
  • Provide training, development, coaching, and mentoring opportunities to staff.
  • Participates in committees and sub-teams for College and departmental initiatives.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified, which includes one (1) year in a supervisory/management capacity.
  • Required to complete AACRAO federal compliance certification in first (6) months
  • Cover Letter required with application
  • Cover letter should detail how you meet minimum requirements
  • Apply before Best Consideration Date: 04/17/2026

EEO STATEMENT:

As an EEO employer, Central New Mexico Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Central New Mexico Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Client-provided location(s): Albuquerque, NM
Job ID: Central_New_Mexico-JR110846
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-28T20:04:43

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Financial Counseling
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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