Assistant Director, Undergraduate Programs and Records

Boston University • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Assistant Director heads the Undergraduate Programs Office advising team for students within a specific department or major and reports to the Director of Undergraduate Programs. The role advises and supports engineering undergraduates by helping with course selection, verifying degree requirements—including units, required classes, and BU Hub requirements—and helping students make educational choices beyond their major.

The Assistant Director helps coordinate and develop programs related to student retention, advises students on academic program policies and issues, recommends interventions for students in academic jeopardy, and provides triage for student situations. The position supervises at least two Academic Advisors and is an integral member of the Undergraduate Programs team and the services offered to undergraduate engineers.

The role also assists with major events run by the Undergraduate Programs Office and Career Development Office, including Commencement, Open House, Orientation, the Dean’s Welcome, and career fairs. Event support, as well as registration days, may require occasional evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of student development theory.
• Experience in advising and problem solving.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and managerial skills.
• Knowledge of admissions and recruitment techniques.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and web computer programs.
• Resume and cover letter required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Head the Undergraduate Programs Office advising team for students within a specific department or major.
• Advise engineering undergraduates on course selection and verify completion of degree requirements, including units, required classes, and BU Hub requirements.
• Help students make appropriate educational choices and decisions beyond their major.
• Participate in coordinating and developing programs related to student retention.
• Advise students on academic program policies and issues.
• Recommend appropriate interventions for students in academic jeopardy and provide triage for student situations.
• Assist with major events run by the Undergraduate Programs Office and Career Development Office, including Commencement, Open House, Orientation, the Dean’s Welcome, and career fairs.
• Supervise at least two Academic Advisors.
• Support the services offered to undergraduate engineers as part of the Undergraduate Programs team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager