What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Graduate Studies, College of Business (3416) position at Idaho State University?
Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions, please review our frequently asked questions.
Director of Graduate Studies, College of Business (3416)
Pocatello - Main
NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position
Priority Date: November 5, 2026
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
The Director of Graduate Programs provides strategic leadership and oversight for graduate student services within the College of Business. This position is responsible for managing graduate advising, recruitment, admissions coordination, and student success initiatives while supporting program quality, enrollment growth, retention, and timely degree completion.
The Director of Graduate Programs collaborates closely with faculty, program directors, and administrative units to enhance graduate program delivery, support accreditation and assessment efforts, and ensure a high-quality, student-centered experience across all graduate programs.
Travel is required for this position (Approximately 1-3 days per week during recruiting seasons, including overnight stays.)
This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Graduate Program Leadership & Strategy
- Provide leadership for College of Business graduate programs and student services, supporting enrollment, retention, student progression, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with the Dean, Associate Dean, faculty, and department leadership on curriculum, program needs, strategic initiatives, and fall, spring, and summer course scheduling.
- Advise on graduate curriculum, catalog requirements, degree pathways, course substitutions, and institutional policies. Participate in committees related to graduate education and serve on the Graduate Faculty Committee.
- Lead graduate recruitment and admissions, including recruitment activities, application processes, prospective student communication, campus visits, and outreach events.
- Oversee graduate advising throughout the student lifecycle, including onboarding, academic planning, study plans, petitions, appeals, overrides, degree audits, graduation checks, and teach-out plans.
- Develop communication and onboarding strategies supporting registration, engagement, retention, timely progression, and degree completion.
- Collaborate with Admissions and Marketing and Communication on targeted recruitment strategies for domestic, international, online, and other priority groups.
- Support accreditation and program review through graduate program data collection, reporting, documentation, and analysis of enrollment, retention, progression, and student outcomes.
- Supervise graduate assistants, including selection input, onboarding, training, and assignment coordination.
- Oversee graduate scholarship administration and operational processes supporting graduate programs.
- Serve as liaison with the Graduate School, Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, Scholarship Office, and other campus partners.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree from a regionally accredited university.
- Four years of experience in academic advising, student services, or a related field within higher education.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational management and human relation skills.
- Efficient with technology (Word, Excel, Google Docs).
Preferred Qualifications
- Solid working knowledge of student development, academic advising, and student services within a higher education setting.
- Three years of experience with student recruitment in a higher education setting.
Additional Information
You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before November 5, 2026. Salary will be between $67,000 and $72,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Note: Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions, please review our frequently asked questions.
Posting Number: req2833
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Office Of Academic Affairs
Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Professional Development, Retirement PlanSalary : $67,000 - $72,000