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Working Title: Office & Administrative Specialist Senior-Registration Specialist/VA School Certifying Official
Job Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, Senior
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 94783
• Location: Anoka Technical College
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/10/2026
• Closing Date: 06/29/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Anoka Hennepin TC-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Anoka Hennepin TC / MnSCU Anoka Henn TC Classified
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: (8:00 AM- 4:30 PM)
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $22.23 - $30.09 / hourly; $46,416 - $62,827 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
• Work Area: (Required for AFSCME)
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary
The Records and Registration department ensures accurate maintenance, security, and integrity of all student academic records while upholding institutional and regulatory standards. It provides high-quality enrollment, registration, and transcript services that support student success and the academic mission of the college.
This position serves as the principal staff member responding to inquiries to the Records Office regarding registration, grading, satisfactory academic progress, veteran education benefits, and the student information system. The purpose of this position is to provide office support to the Records Office, maintain and update the Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS), and certifying enrollment for Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefit beneficiaries. This position will coordinate, operate, and make decisions based on college policies and procedures with minimal direction and supervision and provide backup responsibilities for the Director of Student Records & Registration (Registrar).
This position allows for limited teleworking (currently two days per week). Telework schedule may fluctuate depending on the needs of the department and institution.
Minimum Qualificiations

• Ability to analyze and make recommendations to management for new or revised administrative and program practices and procedures.
• Communication skills to effectively explain policies and procedures in a clear, concise, and professional manner to students, staff, faculty, and the public via phone, email, or in-person.
• Customer Service skills to provide prompt and accurate information and respectfully engage with and communicate with staff to maintain professional working relationships.
• Database skills to enter and retrieve data accurately.
• Word processing skills to create, edit, and finalize a variety of documents that are grammatically correct, in proper format, and free of spelling errors.
• Spreadsheet skills to create and modify electronic spreadsheets and to compile, store, and retrieve data to prepare a variety of reports using software such as Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to providing equitable and inclusive service to diverse, multicultural student populations.
• Two (2) years of experience within a records office in higher education.
• Experience as a School Certifying Official (SCO) for Veteran benefits within an institution of higher education.
• Experience with office technology and student information systems (e.g., Workday Student, ISRS, ImageNow, National Student Clearinghouse).
• Critical thinking skills to identify and resolve registration problems.
• Ability to independently organize and prioritize one's work and meet deadlines across multiple projects and assignments.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulatory laws such as Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Minnesota Governmental Data Privacy Act (MGDPA) and the ability to maintain the confidentiality of student information in order to comply with applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.

Application Details
How to Apply
To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Anoka/Office---Admin-Special-Senior--Registration-Specialist-VA-School-Certifying-Official-_JR0000005022
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Yusra Hussain at yusra.hussain@anokaramsey.edu or 763-433-1439 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Yusra Hussain at yusra.hussain@anokaramsey.edu .
About Minnesota State
We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment. We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition waiver
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Other Information
Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.