Assistant Dean-Professional- Graduate School

The Graduate School leadership team and works closely with the faculty Associate Dean, other directors and staff. The Assistant Dean reports to the Dean. The Assistant Dean leads the Professional Development and Outreach team in the Graduate School that consists of two Assistant Directors and several graduate assistants. The Assistant Dean is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of professional development and support activities for master’s and doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows. The Assistant Dean also works collaboratively with staff and academic programs to develop and implement recruitment initiatives. The various duties of the Assistant Dean requires working closely with representatives of the various graduate programs on campus. The position includes some evening and weekend responsibilities.

Essential Functions

Academic Leadership & Program Support

Collaborate with academic departments to support graduate students and assist in the development, review, and assessment of graduate programs.

Collaborate with non-academic units to support graduate education and student success.

Assist in curriculum planning, program accreditation, and academic policy development.

Serve as a liaison between the Graduate School and other academic and administrative units.

Promote graduate education through outreach, advocacy, and strategic initiatives.

Student Services & Success

Oversee graduate student advising, orientation, and professional development initiatives.

Address student concerns and support conflict resolution related to academic progress.

Manage funding opportunities that support graduate students, including tuition remission, travel funding, and research support.

Operations & Administration

Supervise staff and contribute to budget planning and resource allocation.

Ensure compliance with institutional policies and external regulations.

Strategic Initiatives & Communication

Support the implementation of strategic goals and initiatives set by the Dean.

Represent the Graduate School in university committees and external partnerships.

Develop and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Master’s Degree

and

Experience: 3 years of experience in relevant managerial and organizational positions Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to collect data to aid decision making and use data to make informed decisions Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities Proficiency in data analysis, budgeting, and academic systems Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in teams Previous experience managing and implementing programs and events (professional development, mentorship) Direct experience working with graduate students in a support capacity Experience working with diverse stakeholders, such as public school and government officials and representatives of the business community.

Preferred Qualifications: PhD or comparable terminal degree Experience working in graduate education Experience in academic student services and support Knowledge of Spanish (for communication and outreach purposes) Awareness of critical issues related to graduate education Familiarity with and ability to use social media for engagement and communication

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.