Degree Audit Analyst

Details

Open Date 05/15/2026

Requisition Number PRN45065B

Job Title Coordinator, Administrative Program

Working Title Degree Audit Analyst

Career Progression Track D

Track Level

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm University of Utah campus (primary) with some hybrid remote opportunities after completion of probation period.

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00296 - Registrar's Office

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $49,000 - $55,000

Close Date 06/15/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

This role includes multifaceted roles that involve programming and maintaining degree requirements, evaluating graduation eligibility, certifying degrees, and ensuring NCAA academic eligibility for student-athletes. The incumbent must provide exceptional customer service, collaborate across campus, and uphold academic integrity.

Responsibilities

• Degree Requirements and Audits:

• Understand and apply degree requirements and rules.

• Research, interpret, and apply university, state, and accreditation policies

• Configure, test, and maintain curriculum/program requirements in the degree audit software.

• Evaluate degree audits and student records to verify progress toward degree completion and certify degrees earned.

• NCAA Academic Eligibility Certification :

• Certify eligibility for student-athletes for NCAA athletics.

• Monitor student-athletes’ degree progress.

• Collaborate with Athletic Department personnel to communicate eligibility for practice and competition.

• Attend NCAA rules meetings to stay updated on rule changes and eligibility standards.

• Generate and validate complex reports required by the NCAA ( APR , GSR , etc.)

• Customer Service and Support :

• Provide prompt, reliable, and friendly service to students and advisors.

• Assist with graduation applications, evaluation, certification processes, and best practices for using the degree audit system.

• Support students and constituents via phone, email, and in-person inquiries.

• Training and Outreach :

• Support outreach efforts to increase utilization of degree audit and planning products.

• Assist with training the campus community on products, policies, and procedures.

• Update and distribute training materials and provide live training as needed.

• Data Management and Reporting :

• Report on software efficiency, resolve issues, recommend system updates and ensure data systems are accurate.

• Collaboration and Relationship Building :

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with campus partners and constituents (including but not limited to students, deans, faculty, advisors, Athletic Department staff, etc.)

Collective Duties:

• Project Management:

• Manage simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Monitor workflow and provide recommendations to ensure timely completion of tasks.

• Compliance and Privacy:

• Abide by FERPA policies.

• Maintain an open feedback loop with other Office of the Registrar managers and team leads.

• Seek new technologies/processes for continual improvement of services.

• Coverage and Representation:

• Provide coverage for office services as needed.

• Act as the University’s representative when contacting other departments, outside organizations, and attending professional development training.

• Other Duties :

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience), plus one year of directly related experience

Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content. Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze and make decisions related to program content.

• Strong coordination and organizational skills required to prioritize conflicting deadlines.

• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills .

• Proficiency in data systems and software related to degree audits and certification.

• Attention to detail and ability to interpret complex policies and regulations.

• Strong understanding of degree requirements and NCAA bylaws.

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively.

Type Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Required 5 professional references, information requested: First and Last Name, Relation, Company, Email and Phone Number

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io or University Human Resource Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page .

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members , a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.