Assistant Director of Graduate Program Operations - 20260406S

Villanova University Assistant Director of Graduate Program Operations Posting Details Do you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ's. Posting Details (Default Section) Posting Number: 20260406S Position Title: Assistant Director of Graduate Program Operations Position Type: Staff Location: Villanova, PA Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants Work Schedule: full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week Department: 201-Dean-Engineering Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Graduate Program Operations is responsible for managing the daily operations of all post-Baccalaureate (Graduate) programs within the College of Engineering (CoE). This role ensures the seamless administration of a diverse portfolio of programs, including BS/MS, MS (full- and part-time), PhD (full- and part-time), Certificates, and non-credit offerings (both online and in-person). The role ensures responsive student services, clear and consistent procedures, financial stewardship, and collaborative partnership with university stakeholders. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. Duties and Responsibilities: Enrollment and Systems Operations Develop and assist in the implementation of consistent enrollment procedures in collaboration with academic departments to ensure timely advising and comprehensive student support. Manage critical processes, including the Graduate Assistant (GA) Offer Letter request and release, and the I-20 Visa process for international students, in partnership with University offices Program Management and Administration Manage operational aspects of the PhD program, including ongoing assessment to ensure streamlined processes for qualifying exams, proposal defenses, dissertation defenses, and degree verification using institutional software. Enhance and manage operational processes for BS/MS, MS, and Certificate programs, including student tracking, course scheduling, academic audits, and graduation lists. Apply academic policies and procedures to ensure consistent program administration and departmental, college, and university compliance. Work with other Villanova colleges and UTS to establish university-wide norms, and disseminate best practices for shared systems Participate and contribute as a resource for University View the full job description on the employer's website. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286714915 / 25-9044.00 Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary