Graduation Coordinator

The Graduation Coordinator manages all undergraduate graduation processing within the Registrar's Office and serves as the institutional authority on degree completion. This position is responsible for reviewing and processing graduation applications each academic term; verifying completion of all institutional and departmental degree requirements; and determining eligibility for degree conferral. The role coordinates all Registrar-managed graduation activities, including batch degree posting, transcript text entry, honors designation, diploma production, commencement program review, and preparation of graduation materials. The Graduation Coordinator serves as the primary campus contact for graduation data, including graduate lists and degree counts, and advises students, faculty, department chairs, and academic advisors regarding degree requirements and graduation status.
 
This position requires strong technical expertise and a thorough understanding of academic policies and degree requirements. The Graduation Coordinator utilizes student information systems, batch processing tools, and Stellic Graduation Clearance to evaluate degree audits, process academic progress information, and ensure system alignment and data integrity. Responsibilities include tracking graduation candidates throughout the review lifecycle, resolving discrepancies in academic records, maintaining graduation records and supply inventory, and assisting with commencement ceremonies as needed. The role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational, and communication skills, and the technical ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven processes.
 
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Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 2 years successful work experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong computer skills. Ability to understand, follow and explain university policy and procedures. Exceptional team focus and ability to multitask. Excellent problem solving and customer relations skills. A sincere desire to serve students.
 
HOW TO APPLY:   To be considered for the position, please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and contact information for five references at UNK Employment Opportunities before March 2, 2026. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Olivia Whittaker at whittakero23@unk.edu .  Upon a contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate.  Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. NuFlex benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care.  The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees.  Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.
 
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