Director, Graduate Life & Diversity Initiatives

Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University seeks a Program Director to lead the Office of Graduate Life and Diversity (GLaD) and guide daily operations, staff, and campus partnerships to support graduate student success.

The role emphasizes engagement, belonging, leadership development, career readiness, and well-being, with budget oversight and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience advising graduate students and leading student success initiatives.
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data to inform program improvements.
• Strong collaboration with campus departments and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead GLaD’s programs, services, and daily operations.
• Supervise and develop professional staff, student employees, and writing consultants.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs for graduate student success and belonging.
• Build relationships with campus partners, alumni, and external supporters.
• Monitor budgets, space, purchasing, and compliance with policies.
• Analyze feedback and data to prepare reports and drive improvements.

Skills

Graduate student support

Staff supervision

Program development

Data analysis

Budget management

Partnership building

Assessment & reporting

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or related field

Advanced degree substitutions (see description)

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Fowler College of Business at San Diego State University seeks a Program Director to lead the Office of Graduate Life and Diversity (GLaD) and guide daily operations, staff, and campus partnerships to support graduate student success.

The role emphasizes engagement, belonging, leadership development, career readiness, and well-being, with budget oversight and a commitment to equity and inclusion.