Strategic Lead, Specialized Master’s Programs

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business, Data Sciences and Operations Department, seeks an Associate Director for the MS GSCM program to support recruitment, admissions, advisement, and program management. The role emphasizes organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented leadership to drive student success for the MS GSCM program.

The role includes advising students, managing admissions processes, coordinating events, and partnering with internal institutes.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in student affairs, student development, counseling, higher education, or related field preferred but not required.
• Experience in academic advisement and/or student support services at an accredited college/university.
• Familiarity with university student information and advising systems.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information within FERPA guidelines.
• Strong communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation) with diverse constituents.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and collaborate to meet department priorities.
• Excel skills recommended.

Responsibilities

• Advise prospective students on admissions, financial aid, housing, and academic requirements.
• Manage admissions tracking, processing applications, and admissions decisions.
• Aid in planning and executing recruitment strategies and information sessions.
• Build the prospective student pipeline to meet enrollment targets.
• Provide academic counseling for graduate students (domestic/international).
• Refer students to appropriate services and assist with petitions.
• Maintain student records, registration activities, degree progress, and verification.
• Assist with planning student events including commencement and orientation.

Skills

Advising students

Academic counseling

Communications

Excel

Student information systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Student information systems

Job description

The University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business, Data Sciences and Operations Department, seeks an Associate Director for the MS GSCM program to support recruitment, admissions, advisement, and program management. The role emphasizes organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented leadership to drive student success for the MS GSCM program.

The role includes advising students, managing admissions processes, coordinating events, and partnering with internal institutes.