Strategic Associate Dean — Academic Operations & Programs

American Jewish University; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American Jewish University seeks an Associate Dean of Academic Operations and Administration for the Masor School to lead the admin and operational side of two doctoral programs, ensuring policy adherence, accreditation readiness, and student success. The role requires collaboration with registrar services, provost, and finance to optimize processes.

Reporting to the Dean, this leader will also teach up to three courses annually and may chair dissertation committees, balancing organizational

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in education or related field (PhD/EdD).
• Seven+ years in leadership/administration in higher education.
• Experience administering graduate or doctoral programs; policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive operational leadership for Masor School's doctoral programs.
• Oversee admissions, onboarding, registration, milestones, defenses, and graduation processes.
• Coordinate faculty, advisors, and cross‑functional university offices to ensure student success.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational management

Project management

Communication

Education

Terminal degree (PhD/EdD) in education

Tools

Canvas

Populi

Job description

American Jewish University seeks an Associate Dean of Academic Operations and Administration for the Masor School to lead the admin and operational side of two doctoral programs, ensuring policy adherence, accreditation readiness, and student success. The role requires collaboration with registrar services, provost, and finance to optimize processes.

Reporting to the Dean, this leader will also teach up to three courses annually and may chair dissertation committees, balancing organizational