Graduate Division Assistant Dean, Academic and Student Affairs

University of California, Irvine•Irvine, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Graduate Division’s Assistant Dean of Academic and Student Affairs is a leadership role that oversees centralized student services functions for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. The Assistant Dean plays a critical role in shaping and delivering high-quality student services that support the academic success and professional growth of the graduate community. This role is responsible for determining the long- and short-term goals and objectives of the graduate student services operations. The Assistant Dean translates divisional priorities into operational plans and service delivery strategies for student services programs. This role directs subordinate supervisors and managers and has organization-wide impact for a variety of functions in graduate student recruitment, admissions, enrolled student services, career counseling, professional development, and graduate advising. Evaluates the effectiveness of student services operations and implements improvements to enhance service quality and student outcomes. Supports divisional strategic initiatives by translating goals into actionable student services programs.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Skills in monitoring / assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements.
Skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Ability in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuade others, and lead.
Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
7-9 years' related experience
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs
Knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.

Responsibilities

Determining the long- and short-term goals and objectives of the graduate student services operations.
Translating divisional priorities into operational plans and service delivery strategies for student services programs.
Directing subordinate supervisors and managers.
Overseeing graduate student recruitment, admissions, enrolled student services, career counseling, professional development, and graduate advising.
Evaluating the effectiveness of student services operations and implementing improvements to enhance service quality and student outcomes.
Supporting divisional strategic initiatives by translating goals into actionable student services programs.