Strategic Assistant Director, Faculty Affairs & Programs

Yale University; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Director at Yale Divinity School in New Haven supports daily operations of the dean’s office and serves the faculty and senior leaders with organizational leadership and project ownership. This hybrid, full-time role requires strong communication, event management, and collaboration across campus partners, with opportunities to contribute to program development and inclusive administration.

The position reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs and handles budgeting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with at least three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to interact across diverse groups.
• Proven organizational, planning, and leadership skills; ability to manage events and projects from inception to completion.
• Commitment to inclusive, humane, and responsible work and learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the dean’s office and administrative functions.
• Coordinate events and programs, including large-scale talks by visitors.
• Collaborate with Communications to manage social media presence and outreach.
• Conduct surveys or focus groups as directed by the Associate Dean for DEIB.
• Prepare letters, minutes, and correspondences; manage scheduling and data input.
• Provide back-up administrative support and assist in office management.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Event management

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Job description

The Assistant Director at Yale Divinity School in New Haven supports daily operations of the dean’s office and serves the faculty and senior leaders with organizational leadership and project ownership. This hybrid, full-time role requires strong communication, event management, and collaboration across campus partners, with opportunities to contribute to program development and inclusive administration.

The position reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs and handles budgeting,