Details
Posted: 08-Apr-22
Location: BOSTON, Massachusetts
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 22500447900406
The Assistant Director of Graduate Student Services reports to the Director of Graduate Student Services (DGSS). The Assistant Director plans and delivers all programs and services that support graduate students in achieving their academic goals and maximizing their educational experience at BU Wheelock. Under the supervision of the DGSS, the Assistant Director will support students in transitioning into their chosen programs, understanding applicable policies and procedures, accessing and utilizing academic and non-academic resources, and engaging in the College and University community. The Assistant Director will also assist in the onboarding of new students as well as support the daily functioning of the office. At BU Wheelock, we believe that cultural and social diversity of our faculty, staff and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our research and academic programs. To that end, we are especially eager to have join our community a colleague who supports our institutional commitment to ensuring BU Wheelock is inclusive, equitable, diverse, and a place where all constituents can thrive.
This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis.
- Bachelor's Degree Required; Masters Degree preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in academic advising or student affairs/student life.
- The Assistant Director of Graduate Student Services must demonstrate an understanding of the role of academic advising in enhancing student learning and development for diverse student populations.
- The candidate will have experience in planning and implementing student programming and possess strong collaboration and communication skills with students, faculty, and staff.
Please note all newly hired staff and faculty, will need to be in compliance with Boston University's COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of date of hire. You must upload your vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption (instructions). For further information on the University's response to COVID-19, please visit the Back2BU site.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
