Associate Director of Graduate Studies

Georgetown University•St. Mary's, AK

1d•$47,586 - $87,558•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Director of Graduate Studies (ADGS) serves as the administrative officer for the Addiction Policy and Practice Program (APP), in addition to supporting broader graduate programming functions at the School of Health (SOH), Georgetown University. Duties include assisting in recruiting students, managing the admissions process, assisting with class scheduling, developing content, managing social media engagement strategy, financial and operations support, and capturing key metrics for continuous program improvement. The ADGS works with university administration to fully administer the program and ensure compliance with GUMC and University policies. The ADGS reports directly to the School of Health, Office of the Dean.

Requirements

Advanced degree in health administration, health science, public health, business administration
Professional experience. 3-5 years of work experience in higher education; experience working in the arena of health care, health management, or health care policy preferred; candidates with established professional networks across the full health ecosystem preferred
Demonstrated superior skills in both written and verbal communications; experience in communicating effectively at all organizational levels and with all stakeholders.
Agility in thinking, proven track record in executing strategies, and demonstrated program management competencies (to include knowledge and skills associated with program evaluations, and analysis and computation)
Strong interpersonal skills (the successful candidate must have the presence coupled with the ability to drive change through influence; a demonstrated capability to build and leverage networks; proven experience in engaging, collaborating, and partnering with academic officials and executives in a broad range of health and health care organizations; a capacity to proactively identify and build consensus among diverse constituencies, foster team building, and manage expectations; and the ability to quickly build credibility with students, faculty, and affiliated organizations and to promote Program goals.)

Nice To Haves

experience working in the arena of health care, health management, or health care policy preferred
candidates with established professional networks across the full health ecosystem preferred

Responsibilities

Support the APP Director to ensure APP policies and practices align with university guidelines and reflect the unique needs of learners in the program.
Support Chair and Program faculty in designing, planning, and executing community building activities outside of the classroom.
Schedule and oversee periodic informational webinars for potential APP candidates, organize and update communications to incoming and returning students, and manage alumni communications
Maintain and update faculty and student handbooks and the web-based, interactive New Student Orientation course materials
Provide student support throughout the semester related to class preparation, technology issues, and other logistical support
Conduct project management activities, including evaluation of course feedback and other required department and university evaluation processes
Refer students to academic and non-academic resources as needed to support their progress and success in the program.
Assist students in submitting special requests (e.g., transfer of credits, leaves of absence, consortium requests, application for graduation / clearance and commencement preparations, etc.).
Communicate with administrative departments regarding significant changes in student University Registrar, Student Financial Services, Office of Global Services, etc.
Work with external marketing support professionals to coordinate strategic communications, marketing, and recruitment activities within the GU environment.
Manage and coordinate requests for student/faculty involvement with social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn) – and post relevant articles, timely events, etc. as required by marketing plan.
Support the design and dissemination of program collateral (brochures, rack cards, and palm cards, as well as audience-specific versions for Veterans and clinicians)
Coordinate with Program Director and Senior Business Manager to request supplies and services to support the program, following GUMC finance and procurement policies.
Work with Senior Business Manager to coordinate, review, track and report on other graduate programs within the School of Health.
Provide additional financial support to the Senior Business Manager, as needed.
Coordinate requests with the Central Procurement and Central Finance Office.