Degree Audit Specialist

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Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.

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Job Posting Title:

Degree Audit Specialist

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUA ASA - Registrar (Bobi Sue Delaney (00087334))

   

Work Location:

LSU - Alexandria

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

Degree Audit Specialist

Major Purpose:

The Degree Audit Specialist is a professional administrative role within the Registrar's Office
responsible for evaluating and maintaining accurate degree audits and verifying degree completion. 
The Specialist coordinates and performs a variety of functions related to academic records, 
including maintaining student records, processing graduation applications, guiding students through 
the graduation process, and providing clear and timely communication regarding graduation status. 
This position requires frequent and effective collaboration with academic departments, advisors, 
and students to ensure accurate application of degree requirements and policies.

Performance Measurements:

• Perform comprehensive degree audits for students to determine progress toward degree completion and graduation eligibility;
• Interpret and apply academic policies, degree requirements, catalog rules, and program curricula  accurately;
• Evaluate transfer coursework, substitutions, waivers, and exceptions in accordance with institutional policy;
• Process graduation applications and confirm fulfillment of all degree requirements;
• Maintain and update degree audit systems to ensure accuracy of rules, exceptions, and student  records;
• Run reports within current office systems to track and maintain an accurate list of all applicants and degree candidates;
• Collaborate with Departments, Faculty, and Advisors to resolve complex degree requirement issues;
• Respond to student, faculty, and staff inquiries regarding degree requirements, academic progress, and graduation status;
• Identify discrepancies or data issues in student academic records and initiate corrective action;
• Process curriculum changes Ensure compliance with FERPA, accreditation standards, and institutional policies;
• Generate reports related to degree completion, graduation statistics, and audit outcomes;
• Participate in commencement preparation and graduation certification activities; and
• Contribute to continuous improvement of degree audit processes and documentation

Qualifications Education/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree;
• Experience working in a Registrar's Office, academic advising, or related higher education setting;
• Strong knowledge of academic policies, degree requirements, and student records;
• High attention to detail and accuracy; and
• Ability to interpret complex academic regulations and apply them consistently
   

   

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Application Instructions:

Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Please attach all transcripts to your application. A background check is required for hire.

Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at (318) 473-6401 or HumanResources@lsua.edu.

   

Posting Date:

February 18, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

February 28, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; t