Records Assistant I at InsideHigherEd

Posting Number:20260036NEJob Title:Records Assistant INumber of Vacancies:1About Murray State:Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.About Murray State Benefits:Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.Equal Opportunity Employment:Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.Type of Employment:Regular Full-TimeWork Location:Murray, KYEmployment Term:12 MonthsPosition Type:Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)Department:RegistrarSummary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:Making and processing documents and report preparation.Maintaining accurate records, files, and documentationCompiling and preparing reportsTimely processing of documentsSupervise student workersServe as contact for questions and issues regarding registration, graduation, transcripts, records, and verifications.Serve as backup for Associate and Assistant RegistrarsOther duties as assignedMinimum Education Requirements:Two years of college creditMinimum Experience and Skill Requirements:Two years of general office experience. Additional experience or college education may be exchanged year-for-year to meet qualifications.Must have excellent time management skillsMust be able to enforce policy and procedures.Alertness, memory for verbal or written directions.Ability to plan and make decisions, initiative, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Experience with data entry and basic knowledge of spreadsheet software.Keyboarding, filing, MS Office Suite programs, office procedures; bookkeeping may be required.Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:Knowledge and prior use of Ellucian BDMS (Xtender)Strong understanding of FERPA and its enforcementExperience with Ellucian Banner Student Information systemKnowledge of university policies and procedures.Posting Date:12/15/2025Closing Date:01/04/2026Open Until Filled:NoHourly Rate/Annual Salary:$13.64 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)Staff Grade:101Work Hours:Normal working hours.May require additional hours outside of normal schedule during peak seasons.Physical Demands:Normal for office environment.