ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, STUDENT AFFAIRS

The Scripps Research Institute • San Diego, CA

383d • $120,000 - $138,000

About The Position

The Associate Director of Student Affairs at Scripps Research is a senior leadership role focused on enhancing the success of the Skaggs Graduate School and other educational programs. This position emphasizes the management of student support services, recruitment, admissions, and retention strategies, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment for graduate students.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or PhD in higher education, education administration, student affairs, business or public administration, counseling, or related field required.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in academic settings with expertise in graduate education and student services.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
• Experience with international graduate students preferred.
• Experience counseling students and knowledge of student development theories.
• Skills in analyzing and interpreting policies related to graduate student life.
• Strong relationship-building, leadership, supervisory, communication, project management, analytical, and public speaking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in supervising and managing the work of others.
• Knowledge of wellness initiatives and community building strategies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support students' academic progress, providing counseling and coordinating interventions.
• Offer ongoing counseling to graduate students and refer them to internal and external resources.
• Respond to student crisis situations and provide consultation on complex graduate student cases.
• Lead and coordinate strategies for student leaves, accommodations, and disability services, ensuring legal compliance.
• Provide guidance to faculty on student engagement, well-being, and mentoring best practices.
• Evaluate and optimize policies, procedures, and services related to graduate student support in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Develop and interpret academic policies to enhance the graduate training experience.
• Uphold academic standards and manage disciplinary processes.
• Partner with the International Services Office to refine policies and workflows for documentation and approvals.
• Oversee community building, academic readiness, and wellness initiatives for trainees.
• Advocate for the diverse needs of graduate students and promote inclusive learning environments.
• Advise campus trainee groups, coordinating events and representing the Office of Graduate Studies.
• Ensure successful execution of key academic events such as commencement and orientation.
• Support internal and external recognition of student achievements.
• Supervise members of the Office of Graduate Studies team and oversee graduate student recruitment and admissions.

Benefits

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan with an option to contribute to a 403(b).
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree