ASST DEAN, Graduate Operations

Loyola University Chicago

403(b)

United States, Illinois, Chicago

Dec 07, 2024

Position Details

Job Title	ASSISTANT DEAN
Position Number	8101920
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name	SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Location Code	SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (02200A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	The Assistant Dean is responsible for coordinating, managing, and executing the day-to-day operations of the Quinlan School of Business graduate programs, under the supervision of the Senior Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Faculty Affairs and in collaboration with cross-functional teams (e.g., Graduate and Professional Enrollment Management, Graduate Program Directors, Academic Advising, and Career Services). The Assistant Dean of Graduate Operations is a strategic decision-making partner, using a rich knowledge of higher education policies, operations, and procedures, to support transformational graduate education across a range of professional programs and specializations, including MBA programs (e.g., Part-time MBA, Executive MBA), Master's programs (e.g., Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics), graduate certificates, dual degrees (e.g., MBA/MS), accelerated Bachelor's/Master's programs, and other executive and professional education: https://www.luc.edu/quinlan/academics/graduatedegrees/ This is a staff role with no teaching or research requirements. Each Quinlan graduate business program has an assigned faculty Graduate Program Director (supervised by the Senior Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Faculty Affairs) who partner with staff Assistant/Associate Directors (supervised by the Assistant Dean of Graduate Operations). Primary Responsibilities: Oversees the operational coordination of the graduate business programs and serving as the primary internal point of contact for all operational processes including enrollment marketing, enrollment management, recruitment, admissions, yield, course scheduling and registration, new student orientation, study abroad, international student services, veteran student services, career services, and financial aid support. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates Quinlan graduate business staff including the Assistant/Associate Graduate Program Directors and additional office staff to ensure their professional development and performance in alignment with University, School, and Departmental goals. Supports the Senior Associate Dean and the faculty Graduate Program Directors in providing vision, direction, and strategic innovation for the Quinlan graduate business programs. Orchestrates and motivates collaboration in cross-functional teams across the School and University to drive graduate business student recruitment, retention, and success. Answers inquiries, ensures confidentiality, makes appropriate referrals, and resolves problems, especially those that require the interpretation, explanation, and justification of administrative policies and procedures related to graduate student affairs. Provides professional guidance for the Quinlan graduate business programs budget. Serves on the Dean's Leadership Team Serves on University and Quinlan Committees and represents the Quinlan graduate business programs to the University community and external stakeholders, as appropriate. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Master's degree required; Doctorate (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D.) preferred. Minimum of five years of experience in higher education; experience in business education preferred.
Qualifications	The candidate should possess strong leadership, administrative, budget management, operational, communication, organization, and leadership skills, particularly with regard to professional education. Proven track record of success in managing and leading complex teams. Ability to shift hours occasionally to support the three or four select external events that are in this position's portfolio, especially if those events are held in the evening or on weekends. Strong understanding of academic policies, procedures, mentoring and guiding a culturally diverse student body, and demonstrated experience advising students and graduate faculty on highly complex, confidential matters. Highly motivated, flexible, adaptable, and service-oriented, with strong collaborative skills for teamwork and consensus building among staff, faculty, and students. Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing daily environment and remain goal oriented. Commitment to student success and excellence in graduate education. Understanding of key processes in higher education, including student admissions, registration and records, financial aid, and funding processes.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	N/A
Computer Skills	Competency with Microsoft Office Suite, database use and analysis, and marketing and advertisement placements.
Supervisory Responsibilities	Yes
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	11/19/2024
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$130,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$125,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here. As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all. Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29792