Assistant Registrar for Curriculum

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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Location:

Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title:

Assistant Registrar for Curriculum

Job Details and Requirement:

Department:  Office of the Registrar           

Supervisor: Associate Registrar    

Last Updated:  2/5/2026

The Assistant Registrar for Curriculum provides collaborative leadership and innovative expertise to solve complex problems. Reporting to the Registrar, the Assistant Registrar for Curriculum will manage the curriculum and related tasks and processes within the Office of the Registrar. The Assistant Registrar for Curriculum manages the production of the course schedule, the catalog, and works with other members of the Registrar team to provide timely and accurate services for general office processing and assisting with academic policies and procedures.                         

• Manages the production of the course schedule, and for adding and maintaining new and revised courses.
• Serve on and provide administration for the Curriculum Committee including communication to constituents as necessary.
• Manages the updating and publication of the Academic Catalog, ensuring accuracy and synchronicity with other systems.
• Responsible for the creation of the room schedule, and for assuring accurate room reservations in the EMS system for academic courses.
• Supervise the Records Assistant, and provide all necessary training and guidance.
• Responsible for independent studies, including submissions and review, creation, and registration.
• Assist with systems upgrades and testing in conjunction with Information Technology.
• Provide internal training for registrar staff and assist with on-campus technology training for the college community as needed.
• Provide customer service for in-person, phone, and email inquiries.
• Assist with general office functions including, but not limited to, registration, transcripts, verifications, grades, transfer credit, and graduation.
• Other duties as assigned.

The individual must possess knowledge, skills and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex information, apply academic policies accurately, and make independent decisions within established guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain academic policies clearly to diverse audiences.
• Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, staff, families, and external agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort learning new technologies, databases, and student information systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA and institutional policies.
• Exhibit a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and sound professional judgment.

Experience/Education: Bachelor’s degree required. At least five years of progressive experience in higher education, including experience in the office of the registrar or academic records.

Supervisory Responsibility: Yes

• Staff: Yes
• Student: No

Time Type:  Full Time

Work Schedule: This is a regular, exempt, staff position, working 12 months per year. The regular schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary depending on the operational needs of the College or department, including evenings and weekends as required.

Compensation: Budgeted Salary Range: $71,000-$74,000 per year Pitzer College is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, tuition exchange program participation and more. 

Work Model: Hybrid* ( up to 2 Days/Wk Remote) 

• *Must have access to reliable and secure computer and internet connection.
• *Must have access to a dedicated and suitable workstation at remote location, including desk or table and supporting, upright chair. Must ensure workstation is safe and free from hazards and ergonomically appropriate.

Physical Requirements: This is generally a sedentary position. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and operate a computer for prolonged periods of time. You must have the ability to drive locally for events and appointments.

Instructions:  Only qualified applicants please.

Application Materials: Upload the following materials to complete your application:

• Cover Letter:  Indicate your reason for interest in this position, describe how your qualifications make you an ideal candidate, and explain which of Pitzer’s core values best relates to your own. 
• Resume: List relevant qualifications and dates of experience.
• Professional References: References will be contacted for select applicants and advance notice will be provided. Provide the names of at least three (3) individuals who can speak to your professional qualifications. Include their business titles, contact information and an indication of how you are acquainted with them (e.g., former supervisor, coworker, etc.).

Employment Requirements
Employment is contingent upon a candidate possessing the knowledge, skills and abilities to be able to successfully perform the essential duties of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Employment is also contingent upon new employees providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States. For positions requiring the use of a college-owned vehicle, employment is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the colleges’ automobile liability insurance. Final candidates in all staff positions will be required to undergo a background investigation; in addition some positions may require a physical lift test and pulmonary function test.

Covid-19 Vaccination

Pitzer College has mandated the COVID-19 vaccination for all employees.  New employees are required to show proof of full vaccination, including booster, against COVID-19 or request a Pitzer College approved medical or religious exemption on or before their first day of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

Pitzer College adheres to both the letter and the spirit of Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, medical condition, or veteran status, in the administration of its admission policies, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other College-administered programs, and employment policies. Pitzer strongly encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Safety Report  

In compliance with applicable law, Pitzer College publishes an annual report containing statistical information concerning the occurrence of crime on campus and adjacent thereto, as well as policies and practices concerning security. A copy of this report is online at http://www.cuc.claremont.edu/cs/index.asp or by contacting The Claremont Colleges Department of Campus Safety: 251 E. Eleventh Street, Claremont, CA 91711-3947; (909) 621-8170.