Graduate Studies Programs Leader & Operations

University of North Texas System; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toulouse Graduate School within the UNT System seeks a Program Associate Director for Graduate Studies to support graduate education initiatives, programs, and services that help students succeed across the university. This role coordinates operations, facilitates collaboration among academic and administrative units, and oversees accreditation reporting and strategic enrollment efforts.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Research & Innovation - Graduate Studies & Student

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and four years of professional related experience; substitute education for experience only.
• Strong knowledge of program related state and federal laws and regulations.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various populations orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage Toulouse Graduate School Administration and Operations: Coordinate and manage TGS administrative functions, procedures, and workflows to support graduate academic programs, student success initiatives, and research-related activities across the university while ensuring operational efficiency and continuity in TGS.
• Manage Graduate Education Reporting, Assessment, and Compliance: Coordinate data collection, analysis, and reporting related to graduate education, student success, and research activities; support accreditation, institutional reporting, assessment efforts, and compliance with university, state, and federal requirements.
• Facilitate Campus-wide Collaboration: Serve as a liaison among the graduate school, academic colleges, enrollment management, and other university offices to coordinate policies, initiatives, and graduate education activities.
• Other duties as assigned: Perform additional responsibilities and special projects in support of the mission and strategic priorities of the Division of Research and Innovation.

Skills

Laws and regulations knowledge

Problem solving

Effective communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree in higher education or related field

Job description

The Toulouse Graduate School within the UNT System seeks a Program Associate Director for Graduate Studies to support graduate education initiatives, programs, and services that help students succeed across the university. This role coordinates operations, facilitates collaboration among academic and administrative units, and oversees accreditation reporting and strategic enrollment efforts.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Research & Innovation - Graduate Studies & Student