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Degree Audit and Graduation Specialist

Inside Higher Ed, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517

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Inside Higher Ed . Department: University Registrar - 542000 | Career Area: Student Services | Posting Open Date: 09/04/2025 | Application Deadline: 09/18/2025 Position Details

Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA) | Position Title: Degree Audit and Graduation Specialist | Position Number: 20071394 | Vacancy ID: S026077 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary | Hours Per Week: 40 | Work Schedule: Monday Friday; 8:00 AM 5:00 PM. This position provides flexibility for a hybrid work schedule. Position Location: North Carolina, US | Hiring Range: $20.00 per hour | Proposed Start Date: 09/29/2025 Estimated Duration Of Appointment: 6 months not to exceed 11 months Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nations top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Chapel Hill offers diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities. University employees can access professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks including various retail and restaurant discounts and other programs. Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The Office of the University Registrar (OUR) serves several key duties as set from the Faculty Code of University Government. The office maintains academic records, issues transcripts, conducts student registration, prepares class and examination schedules, and administers faculty regulations related to removal of academic deficiencies, probation, and readmission requirements. Core service areas include: Classroom Scheduling Curriculum/Student Information System Academic Structure Degree Audit/Graduation Records and Enrollment Student Data/Reporting Training, Provisioning and Documentation FERPA/Regulatory Compliance Oversight

Position Summary

The Office of the University Registrar (OUR) at UNC-Chapel Hill seeks a detail-oriented and forward-thinking Degree Audit and Graduation Specialist. This role audits student records for graduation eligibility, manages degree audit programming, and oversees diploma distribution. The specialist serves as a campus-wide liaison, collaborating with academic departments, advising units, and University leadership to ensure students progress toward degree completion in accordance with University policies. Responsibilities include maintaining and enhancing the Tar Heel Tracker (THT) and PeopleSoft Grad Tracker systems, supporting policy exception processing, coordinating commencement data, and upholding FERPA compliance. Additional duties include data analysis, query development, user training, and contributing to the technical and structural optimization of graduation tools and audit systems. The goal is to deliver an accurate, efficient, and transparent graduation process for students, faculty, and staff across the University. Minimum Education And Experience

Bachelors degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Experience using MS Office, especially Excel, required.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Experience with undergraduate education, PeopleSoft and/or degree clearance is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable. Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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