Associate Dean For Graduate Student Access And Engagement

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Overview

Reporting to the Dean of the Graduate School, the Associate Dean for Graduate Student Access and Engagement will have the primary responsibility for planning, implementation, and assessment of the school's goals related to access and community engagement of the graduate student body. The Associate Dean will also serve as the Director of the Office for Graduate Student Access and Engagement and will have, as a direct report, the Assistant Dean for Access and Engagement.

This position will partner with multiple constituencies within the Graduate School and with colleagues in the Office of the Provost, academic departments and programs, professional schools, and beyond, to promote Yale as an institution in which scholarly and professional excellence are core intellectual values. This individual will seek to increase the access, retention, and success of students who come from an economically disadvantaged background, are first-generation college graduates, or have otherwise faced significant obstacles in their pursuit of higher education. Will assist with developing and implementing plans, both strategic and operational, for the identification, tracking, and recruitment of individuals who will enhance the scholarly and professional excellence of the graduate student population.

The Associate Dean will direct, assess, and report on the Graduate School's Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program and Post-baccalaureate Research Education Programs (PREP). Will coordinate the Annual Yale Bouchet Conference on Graduate Education and will serve as the Chair of the National Bouchet Graduate Honor Society. Partner with staff within the Graduate School and academic departments and programs on issues related to advising, academic achievement, degree completion, and placement. Develop, implement, and maintain methodologies to assess efforts within the Graduate School and its departments/programs with regards to community engagement. Collect, track, analyze, and present data related to community engagement and climate; provide feedback to faculty, staff, and students on the effectiveness of the school's efforts; monitor national trends and seek benchmarks for success; and make suggestions for continued improvement. Serve as the principal liaison between the Office of the Provost, the Graduate School, and as needed, the professional schools on topics and initiatives relevant to access and community engagement. Collaborate with colleagues in the Graduate School, the professional schools, and across academic departments to create sustainable programming that provides opportunities for education, mentoring, training, and community engagement.

Oversee a budget that supports a broad range of programs and activities. Responsible for prudent financial management including fiscal planning, analysis of expenditures, and reporting. Collaborate with colleagues within the Graduate School, the McDougal Graduate Student Center, and the Poorvu Center to facilitate and implement professional development activities for all graduate students. Partner with Office of Career Strategy on offerings and programs. The position will engage with prospective applicants, alumni, faculty members, community members, and staff as a visible and accessible member of the Graduate School senior staff.

As a member of the Dean's senior staff, support other Graduate School initiatives and programs, both operational and strategic, at the direction of the Dean of the Graduate School.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. High emotional intelligence, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to manage challenging and emotional situations.

2. Demonstrated organizational leadership and management skills, including staff supervision.

3. Proven ability to develop and manage complex initiatives with flexibility, good judgment, and confidentiality.

4. Strong communication and listening skills, including success leading and collaborating with diverse groups.

5. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of constituencies and maintain a respectful and inclusive community.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree with significant experience in higher education administration.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Plays an essential role in advancing strategic and tactical priorities. 2. Takes a lead role in implementing new strategies. 3. Leads and manages major programs, committees or staff. 4. Represents the school on major University programs, committees and projects. 5. Takes on other duties as assigned and as needs of the school evolve over time. Required Education and Experience Master's degree with a minimum of eight years of higher education experience working with students, faculty and university administration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Posting Date

03/12/2026

Job Category

Manager

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Leader (M7)

Salary Range

$120,000.00 - $225,000.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

Hybrid

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

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