The University of Texas at El Paso · 2 days ago
Assistant Director for Graduate School
El Paso, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $60K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. The Assistant Director for Graduate School is responsible for overseeing programs and initiatives that enhance the graduate student experience and support their success.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the development of programs, initiatives, and activities that facilitate an inclusive model for student support and enhancement of the quality of graduate student experience
Responsible for the assessment of graduate student needs and taking a data-driven approach to program development
Support for graduate students pursuing nationally competitive fellowship opportunities
Work closely with academic units and other university departments to implement a holistic approach to graduate student success
Provide oversight in the creation and enhancement of various student support initiatives including creating educational opportunities for graduate students by facilitating professional development initiatives for graduate students
Conceptualize and oversee strategic communication efforts including development of a student communication plan and strategies to inform and meaningfully engage all graduate and professional students
Oversee the planning and implementation of graduate induction and transition programs including First Semester Graduate Experience and web-based orientation modules
Closely work with the Assistant Dean to plan, coordinate, and implement an external fellowships advising model, an annual research symposium, the Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, and other initiatives
Collects, organizes and analyzes graduate student data to identify trends and risk factors, and oversees the implementation of intervention programs
Manage the student success helpdesk and promptly respond to students needs and questions and design effective ways to link students to helpful resources across campus
Provide supervision and mentorship to Student Success and Retention as well as Outreach and Recruitment Coordinators
Works with students of concern and serves as a case manager on the university’s Student Behavior Intervention Team
Complies with all State and University policies
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies and applicable laws
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Three years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience with customer service, team-oriented skills, strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree and 2 years of experience in higher education administration
Experience working with graduate students and on graduate education issues
Background in external fellowships advising, writing support for graduate students, and/or grant writing
Benefits
Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
Retirement Programs
Longevity Pay
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts & Perks
Employee Education Assistance program
And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Company
The University of Texas at El Paso
The University of Texas at El Paso.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.8MKey Investors
Google.orgNational Cancer InstituteU.S. Department of Education
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-04-06Grant· $1M
2022-09-13Grant· $0.55M
Leadership Team
Guadalupe V.
Senior Assoc. Vice President for Business Affairs/Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CGFM
Mark McGurk
CFO/Vice President for Business Affairs, CPA, CGFM
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