Programs Administrator and Assistant to the Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

Bryn Mawr College has an opening for a Programs Administrator and Assistant to the Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.

THE POSITION

The Programs Administrator will be responsible for the oversight and execution of all administrative operations for the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) as well as progress-to-degree academic support for students and faculty. The Programs Administrator will serve as the primary liaison between the students and the major administrative offices on campus.  They streamline a broad range of issues on behalf of faculty and students to resolve matters in a timely fashion. The Programs Administrator partners with the Admissions and Communications team to help develop and deliver a cohesive recruitment and operations plan to promote the excellence of graduate studies at Bryn Mawr College. They support the overall administration and operations of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences office.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Dean of Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in the overall operation of the School, including problem solving and analytical support for the day-to-day operations of the Dean’s Office.
  • Supervise two staff members as well as student assistants in the GSAS office.
  • Provide oversight and management of the GSAS operating budgets. Use the College’s financial system to monitor and report on the unit’s budgets and expenses.
  • Work closely with the Office of the Registrar on matters related to student records, registration, and degree completion.
  • Serve as the intermediary between GSAS and the Admissions Office. Manage admissions decisions for approximately 130 total applications.
  • Manage student responses - start matriculation process, create a permanent file for students, and ensure all legal paperwork is in order.
  • Generate annual letters to accepted students outlining the terms of their financial support.
  • Manages allocation of financial support for every eligible GSAS student.
  • Assist with the organization of the New Student Orientation, TA Orientation, Peer Mentoring program and other community-building events.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Arts degree required.
  • 3-5 years of higher-education administrative experience.

ABOUT THE INSTITUTION

Bryn Mawr College is located in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region. The College serves a population of approximately 1,700 students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Campus is easily reached by public transportation as well as most major highways. The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include a generous retirement contribution, paid time off and reasonably priced health coverage. Bryn Mawr College is an equal opportunity employer that believes that diversity strengthens our community.

APPLY

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