Assistant Director, Academic Programs (Study Abroad & MLS)

Syracuse University

City of Syracuse (NY)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Syracuse University is seeking an Assistant Director Academic Program to manage domestic and international study-abroad short courses. You will coordinate residencies, budgets, and faculty/lecturer contracts while supporting the new Master of Legal Studies online graduate program.

Occasional travel and collaboration across campus are required. You will work closely with the Director of Academic Programs and College of Law departments, ensuring timely course schedules, vendor coordination, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
5+ years of administrative support in educational setting required.
5+ years of student-facing experience and/or event planning experience required.
Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate multiple residency programs; manage contracts, budgets, and vendor relations.
Plan and support international study-abroad options; coordinate with Study Abroad and Faculty Directors.
Support launch of new online graduate program; schedule courses and course builds.
Travel domestically and abroad as needed for residencies.
Create shared information sources with main campus and Bursar on short courses and fees.