Dean of Graduate Programs manages administrative functions of the graduate program. Develops college strategic initiatives and participates in university long-term planning and policy setting. Being a Dean of Graduate Programs leads college in fundraising and cultivating relationships with donors. Provides senior level administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement, human resource, faculty development and performance appraisals, budget and finance, and facilities planning and management. Additionally, Dean of Graduate Programs requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. The Dean of Graduate Programs manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Dean of Graduate Programs typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This position will assist in the Graduate Programs under Industrial Engineering. Duties will include but not limited to recruitment of students both on and off campus, oversee and evaluate admission applications to the graduate programs under Industrial Engineering. Provide academic advising to student in online and on campus graduate programs, as well as assist with marketing materials and the marketing of graduate programs for the department, and will coordinate with other units on campus as needed to develop, maintain and grow graduate programs and assist graduate student with success in their program. Maintain programs and student records, assist with ASEE report, assist with new student orientation, assist with the TA/RA application process and the Seminar Series. This position will be part of an office team and will be asked to assist with other administrative office functions as needed.
Special Instructions to Applicants
A resume and three professional references are required
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. One years of academic experience advising students. Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and group leadership and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. Experience with OSU's policies in academic and business functions. Higher Education advising and distance education experience is preferred.
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