Program Administrator - School of the Museum of Fine Arts

Tufts University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University in Boston seeks a Graduate Programs Administrator to help shape MFA and SMFA graduate initiatives. You will work with graduate program directors to develop goals, implement programs, and promote clear communications to students and faculty.

The role involves guiding students through curricular and academic issues, coordinating student services, advising on degree requirements, and coordinating with admissions and Tufts resources to ensure smooth transitions from applicant to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3–5 years experience managing academic programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate and lead projects; strong prioritization and problem-solving.
• Independent and highly motivated.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates student services for graduate programs, including registration, orientation, scholarships, and career planning.
• Develops administrative and academic policies; designs scheduling and curriculum processes; edits handbooks/publications.
• Advises students on degree requirements, graduation, and internship opportunities; aligns advising with faculty and other Tufts resources.
• Oversees events and programming for graduate programs and communicates with admissions and academic leadership.
• Ensures smooth transitions from candidate to enrolled student through collaboration with admissions and student support.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Advising

Policy development

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Overview

The Graduate Programs Office coordinates the Master's of Fine Arts programs and other SMFA postgraduate programming.

What You'll Do

The Graduate Programs Administrator, in collaboration with graduate program directors, participates in development of goals and strategies for the Masters of Fine Arts and other SMFA graduate programs. Applies specialized, subject matter knowledge to develop, implement, review and evaluate programs. Responsible for implementing timely, effective communications to promote the program. Works with students to navigate curricular and academic issues and acts as liaison to other areas of student support.

• Manages coordination of student services for the school's graduate programs including registration, orientation, study abroad, scholarships and awards, career planning, general communication, and referral to academic and counseling resources.
• Develops, designs and implements administrative and academic policies and procedures for graduate programs. Develops and implements curriculum and scheduling. Edits graduate student handbooks and publications in conjunction with the GSAS and student divisions.
• Advises and counsels students regarding requirements for academic programs, graduation, and internship opportunities. Works with faculty to ensure their advising aligns with this and with other Tufts student support resources.
• Oversees special events and programming for graduate programs.
• Works closely with SMFA admissions and communication teams to develop messaging and ensure accurate program descriptions. Acts as liaison as needed between admissions and academic leadership. Ensures smooth transitions from candidate to accepted student to enrolled student.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements: Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3-5 years Experience managing academic programs and advising students
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to work with diverse group of stakeholders
• Ability to effectively facilitate and lead projects Excellent prioritization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree In arts organization or related area
• Experience with contemporary visual art, and visual arts education/organization

Pay Range

Minimum $61,200.00, Midpoint $76,500.00, Maximum $91,800.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.