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Position Summary

Provides strategic leadership and direction for the School. The Senior Associate Dean and Director contributes to the vision, mission, reputation, and organizational effectiveness of Olin Business School for the Graduate Programs. This leader is responsible for the execution of graduate program initiatives as part of the overall Olin strategic plan and as aligned with the WashU strategic plan. The Senior Associate Dean and Director leads recruitment, admissions, financial aid, academic advising/student affairs and support functions related to all graduate programs.

Job Description

This position involves 15% travel, including international destinations and off-campus meetings.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Provide strategic counsel and support of graduate programs. 

• Through careful analysis of industry trends and the shifting landscape of graduate and non-degree business education along with consideration for the strengths and culture of the school, the Senior Associate Dean and Director of Olin Graduate Programs provides strategic counsel to the schoolâ™s Dean and senior leadership with regard to the progress of the graduate masterâ™s degree programs. Implements plans to continue to improve the quality and rankings of Olinâ™s programs.
• Works to develop and implement short and long term goals and objectives of the school.
• Collaborates with senior colleagues from career services and marketing and communications to build a pipeline of high quality prospective students through aligned strategies and effective execution.

Direct and supervise activities of assigned staff.

• Responsible for leading a successful and high-functioning team of skilled professionals in a manner that supports and enables them to achieve success and innovate for the future. 
• Creates an environment of a unified team that delivers to targets including enrollment and quality and diversity metrics.
• Manages resolution to issues that are escalated by students, faculty and staff in a collaborative, professional approach, utilizing school and university established policies and committees when appropriate. This includes, but is not limited to, academic integrity and professional code of conduct situations.

Develops/monitors and provides oversight of assigned departmentâ™s budget.

Other Duties Assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masterâ™s degree or PhD in business.
• Previous work experience with a proven track record in recruitment, admissions and academic advising. Substantive management experience in higher education.
• Proven track record of managing a complex university setting with the depth and breadth of Olin's graduate programming.
• Ten to fifteen years of progressively responsible.
• Strong interpersonal skills, highly engaging style (a connector).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to be equally successful manage people in a highly collaborative environment as well as processes internally and across campus.
• Relationship building among a highly diverse audience, internally and externally.
• Ability to compile and use data and metrics to inform decision-making

Required Qualifications

Bachelorâ™s degree and ten years or relevant graduate degree and eight years of related experience.

Grade

G00

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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