The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Associate Director, Student Experience and Academics
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Associate Director, Student Experience and Academics
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Associate Director, Student Experience and Academics
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The University of Chicago Booth School of Business .
About The Department Department
Booth Specialized Master's Program
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.
Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.
an unmatched faculty.
degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
a strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.
As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.
For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.
Job Summary As part of a collaborative and cross-functional student experience team, the Associate Director will serve as both a generalist in student engagement and advising, and an academic advisor for students in Chicago Booth’s Specialized Master Programs (Master in Management and Master in Finance).
The ideal candidate brings an understanding of and a willingness to learn advising principles, academic policy interpretation, and curriculum navigation. They are passionate about supporting students’ academic progress while connecting that progress to broader career and personal goals.
Responsibilities
Coaches and advises students 1:1 holistically on career, academic, and student life topics.
Builds strong and sustainable relationships and maintains existing relationships with employers.
Facilitates onboarding, career programming, academic advising sessions, and milestone tracking.
Collaborates with faculty, alumni, and central Booth departments to deliver integrated student support.
Coordinates communication and student engagement initiatives, including events, newsletters, and resource platforms.
Tracks student progress and provides interventions for students at risk or in need of additional support.
Contributes to team-wide learning by sharing expertise in your SME area and participating in cross-training to build a resilient, collaborative team.
Fosters a culture centered on positivity, inclusivity, responsiveness, innovation, and professional growth.
Partners with Careers SME and help students align academic choices with career ambitions.
Serves as the primary academic advisor for MiM and MiF students, guiding them through curriculum planning, course registration, and graduation requirements.
Develops and maintains advising tools, planning guides, and onboarding materials to support academic decision-making.
Interprets and communicates academic policies to students, ensuring compliance and supporting informed decision-making.
Monitors academic progress and works with students at risk, making referrals to tutoring, wellness, or academic resources.
Liaises with faculty, registrar, and faculty directors to ensure clear communication of expectations and policies.
Coordinates communication from students and faculty to inform future advising structures and academic program enhancements.
Supports student onboarding through academic orientation, Q&A sessions, and continuous touchpoints throughout the program year.
Leads facilitation of academic policies including substitution, petitions, accommodations and probations.
Conducts regular knowledge-sharing sessions to equip peers with advising frameworks, academic policies, and student support scenarios.
Develops a core advising toolkit that can be used by non-SME team members to triage academic inquiries.
Manages onboarding efforts related to coursework and academic planning delivered through various channels and online tools. Works mostly independently to facilitate graduation-related functions related to academic and degree requirements.
Has a deep understanding related to the development of programming for non-academic matters, such as health and wellness and curricular programming. Designs and produces material for the handbook and other academically-related publications.
Performs other related work as needed.
Education and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: A college or university degree in related field.
Experience
Minimum Requirements: 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications and Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree.
Experience and Skills
At least five years of experience in academic advising, academic operations, or student support within higher education.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Familiarity with advising systems, student records platforms, and learning management tools, such as Canvas.
Preferred Competencies
Strong understanding of academic policy, curriculum structures, and graduate-level program design.
Engage with diverse student populations and support varying academic needs and aspirations.
Highly organized, empathetic, and solutions-focused with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
Work independently with little supervision; self-motivated; identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes to achieve outcomes.
Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet tight deadlines with interruptions.
Diplomatic collaboration with colleagues, students, faculty, and external contacts through multiple communication channels.
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and customer-service orientation.
Working Conditions
Occasionally work varied hours, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekend days.
This position is currently expected to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Details
Job Family:
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Drug Test Required:
No
Health Screen Required:
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required:
No
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Pay Range:
$67,000.00 - $72,000.00
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
Other
Industries:
Higher Education
Job function:
Education and Training
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Posting and Background The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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Associate Director, Student Experience and Academics
role at
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business .
About The Department Department
Booth Specialized Master's Program
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.
Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.
an unmatched faculty.
degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
a strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.
As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.
For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.
Job Summary As part of a collaborative and cross-functional student experience team, the Associate Director will serve as both a generalist in student engagement and advising, and an academic advisor for students in Chicago Booth’s Specialized Master Programs (Master in Management and Master in Finance).
The ideal candidate brings an understanding of and a willingness to learn advising principles, academic policy interpretation, and curriculum navigation. They are passionate about supporting students’ academic progress while connecting that progress to broader career and personal goals.
Responsibilities
Coaches and advises students 1:1 holistically on career, academic, and student life topics.
Builds strong and sustainable relationships and maintains existing relationships with employers.
Facilitates onboarding, career programming, academic advising sessions, and milestone tracking.
Collaborates with faculty, alumni, and central Booth departments to deliver integrated student support.
Coordinates communication and student engagement initiatives, including events, newsletters, and resource platforms.
Tracks student progress and provides interventions for students at risk or in need of additional support.
Contributes to team-wide learning by sharing expertise in your SME area and participating in cross-training to build a resilient, collaborative team.
Fosters a culture centered on positivity, inclusivity, responsiveness, innovation, and professional growth.
Partners with Careers SME and help students align academic choices with career ambitions.
Serves as the primary academic advisor for MiM and MiF students, guiding them through curriculum planning, course registration, and graduation requirements.
Develops and maintains advising tools, planning guides, and onboarding materials to support academic decision-making.
Interprets and communicates academic policies to students, ensuring compliance and supporting informed decision-making.
Monitors academic progress and works with students at risk, making referrals to tutoring, wellness, or academic resources.
Liaises with faculty, registrar, and faculty directors to ensure clear communication of expectations and policies.
Coordinates communication from students and faculty to inform future advising structures and academic program enhancements.
Supports student onboarding through academic orientation, Q&A sessions, and continuous touchpoints throughout the program year.
Leads facilitation of academic policies including substitution, petitions, accommodations and probations.
Conducts regular knowledge-sharing sessions to equip peers with advising frameworks, academic policies, and student support scenarios.
Develops a core advising toolkit that can be used by non-SME team members to triage academic inquiries.
Manages onboarding efforts related to coursework and academic planning delivered through various channels and online tools. Works mostly independently to facilitate graduation-related functions related to academic and degree requirements.
Has a deep understanding related to the development of programming for non-academic matters, such as health and wellness and curricular programming. Designs and produces material for the handbook and other academically-related publications.
Performs other related work as needed.
Education and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: A college or university degree in related field.
Experience
Minimum Requirements: 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications and Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree.
Experience and Skills
At least five years of experience in academic advising, academic operations, or student support within higher education.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Familiarity with advising systems, student records platforms, and learning management tools, such as Canvas.
Preferred Competencies
Strong understanding of academic policy, curriculum structures, and graduate-level program design.
Engage with diverse student populations and support varying academic needs and aspirations.
Highly organized, empathetic, and solutions-focused with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
Work independently with little supervision; self-motivated; identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes to achieve outcomes.
Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet tight deadlines with interruptions.
Diplomatic collaboration with colleagues, students, faculty, and external contacts through multiple communication channels.
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and customer-service orientation.
Working Conditions
Occasionally work varied hours, including early mornings, late evenings, and weekend days.
This position is currently expected to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Details
Job Family:
Student Affairs & Services
Role Impact:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Drug Test Required:
No
Health Screen Required:
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required:
No
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Pay Range:
$67,000.00 - $72,000.00
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
Other
Industries:
Higher Education
Job function:
Education and Training
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Posting and Background The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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