Assistant Dean (Graduate School)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking an Assistant Dean of the Graduate School. This key administrative role includes leading records and registration and supporting academic leadership. Candidates should possess a Master's degree and strong communication and supervisory skills.

The position is set to begin on June 15, 2026, and the review of applications will commence on May 22, 2026. Commitment to cultural diversity is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in higher education with graduate programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge in strategic planning and vision development.

Responsibilities

• Lead records, registration, and graduation clearances.
• Support administrative and academic leadership.
• Supervise graduate registration and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving skills

Supervisory skills

Diversity training knowledge

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Description

Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Dean of the Graduate School. The Assistant Dean reports to the Associate Dean and Director and is the lead for records, registration and graduation clearances. The successful candidate is expected to support administrative and academic leadership, faculty, staff, and students in accordance with the institution’s strategic plan. The position is available June 15, 2026. Review of applications will begin May 22, 2026, but will remain open until filled.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Examples of Duties

The Assistant Dean is a key administrative position in the graduate school, acts on behalf of the Dean in the Dean's absence, and plays a lead role in student advisement, marketing, orientation, workshops, and supervises graduate registration, records and the graduation clearance units. The Assistant Dean supports the Dean by providing reports via the Banner system on applications, admissions, enrollment, and graduation. The Assistant Dean serves as implementation leader of the Proquest database and reviews dissertation and theses for formatting requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree required.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a higher education setting with graduate programs.
• Demonstrated communication, mathematical and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and experience with graduate records and registration, policy compliance and student advisement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of strategic planning and vision development.
• Demonstrated supervisory and organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills that aid the accomplishment of goals/objectives.
• Experience in diversity training/education initiatives and recruitment.
• Commitment to cultural diversity, and equal opportunity (e.g., demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in diversity and cultural competency).

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctoral degree combined with demonstrated problem solving skills that aid the accomplishment of goals/objectives.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and vision development.
• Supervisory skills.
• Cultural competency.

Required Documents: Applications include a letter of interest addressing the specific qualifications listed herein, a current curriculum vitae, transcripts, and three professional references.

Contact

Elizabeth Benson – [e-mail]

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.