Director, Graduate Academic Programs (STDT SVC SUPV 2)

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Davis seeks a Director to lead the CBS Graduate Academic Programs (CBS GAP), overseeing administration of degree-granting programs, outreach, recruitment, and student activities.

Reporting to the Executive Assistant Dean, you will supervise 2 FTE, manage budgets, collaborate with college leadership, and guide graduate education policy across campus. This position advances CBS GAP initiatives and campus-wide collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience identifying and implementing solutions for advising and recruitment needs for a multicultural student population within staffing, space and budgetary limitations.
• Experience using counseling and guidance techniques to provide comprehensive advising and counseling services, and to provide guidance to students in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Experience within an academic environment at a major research university, general curricular elements and structures (e.g., courses, units, prerequisites, majors and designated emphasis), and pedagogical approaches at the college and university level.
• Leadership and negotiation skills to interact/communicate effectively across a broad range of stakeholders, model professional behavior, facilitate conflict resolution, and manage complex academic and personnel situations in an independent manner.
• Data analysis and budget skills to allocate resources in student support and operational expenses.
• Ability to make timely and accurate progress, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of productivity in a high volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise CBS GAP staff and operations.
• Oversee graduate program administration and resources, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Provide advising and counseling to graduate students and applicants as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Data analysis

Budgeting

Counseling techniques

Advising

Stakeholder communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Reporting to the Executive Assistant Dean and under general direction of the Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Studies, the Director has responsibility for the development and implementation of the administration of the degree-granting graduate programs, as well as outreach, recruitment, and various student activities. Provides consultation on graduate matters college-wide and across the campus. In collaboration with college leadership, conceives strategies, delivers innovations, and exercises delegated authority to ensure optimal office operations, consistent with advancements in other UCD graduate programs. Sets goals and policies for the College of Biological Sciences Graduate Academic Programs (CBS GAP). Participates and contributes to committees that oversee advising and graduate education on campus. Participates in ad-hoc committees that provide policy actions or advice affecting graduate education. Provides expert advice and information to administrators, faculty and staff in the college and departments across campus. Represents the college in discussions with other student-oriented units across campus, including the Office of Graduate Studies, the Office of the University Registrar, etc. Supervises an advising staff of 2 FTE and oversees administrative and programmatic budgets for the unit.

Apply By Date

November 30, 2026 at 11:59pm

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH

Applicants will be screened on a biweekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience identifying and implementing solutions for advising and recruitment needs for a multicultural student population within staffing, space and budgetary limitations.
• Experience using counseling and guidance techniques to provide comprehensive advising and counseling services, and to provide guidance to students in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Experience within an academic environment at a major research university, general curricular elements and structures (e.g., courses, units, prerequisites, majors and designated emphasis), and pedagogical approaches at the college and university level.
• Leadership and negotiation skills to interact/communicate effectively across a broad range of stakeholders, model professional behavior, facilitate conflict resolution, and manage complex academic and personnel situations in an independent manner.
• Data analysis and budget skills to allocate resources in student support and operational expenses.
• Ability to make timely and accurate progress, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of productivity in a high volume, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in policy analysis and implementation to reduce risk and achieve results in a dynamic environment.
• Supervisory experience to recruit, train, evaluate, motivate, resolve problems, and build an effective service-oriented team environment.
• Knowledge and experience with university policies, procedures and regulations governing graduate education.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Leadership & Supervision
• 30% - Graduate Program Administration
• 10% - Graduate Advising/Counseling

Department Overview

The Dean's Office of the College of Biological Sciences oversees all academic, administrative, and budgetary aspects of the College, which includes five academic departments, eight interdisciplinary graduate programs and one Designated Emphasis, twelve undergraduate majors, and major interdisciplinary centers, including the UC Davis Genome Center, the Center for Neuroscience and the Center for Population Biology. The CBS GAP mission is to develop future leaders through outstanding programs of graduate education. A graduate student services management team collaborates in the development of a service unit approach to graduate education, providing expertise and administration to all of the CBS graduate groups (approximately 425 students with faculty from across many departments, schools, and colleges at UC Davis).

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $71,600/yr. - $127,800/yr.
• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: Grade 21
• UC Job Title: STDT SVC SUPV 2
• UC Job Code: 004579
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health,