Brandeis University
Assistant Director, Academic Operations & Administration
Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254
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Brandeis - Waltham Campustime type:
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R0012490Brandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as the Assistant Director of Academic Operations & Administration, Rabb School and Brandeis Online. At Brandeis, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical, dental and life insurances.
If you are looking to advance your career through educational opportunities, Brandeis offers tuition assistance for employees, dependents and spouses.
Our 403b retirement savings plan includes a generous match.The Assistant Director of Academic Operations & Administration supports the development, execution, and continuous improvement of graduate academic programs in the Rabb School of Continuing Studies. The role coordinates academic initiatives and launches logistics, manages academic data systems and reporting to inform student success strategies, and facilitates cross-functional collaboration across academic and administrative units. The position contributes to program evaluation and portfolio decisions (revision or sunsetting) to ensure offerings remain aligned with institutional priorities and market needs.The hiring range for this position is $64.0k - $74.2k.**Key Responsibilities:*** Coordinate planning and implementation of academic initiatives, including project timelines, stakeholder engagement, launch logistics, and post-launch follow-up.* Manage academic data workflows, dashboards, and reporting to support student retention, persistence, and graduation outcomes; produce analyses to inform operational and program decisions.* Facilitate collaboration among faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure programmatic alignment, resolve operational issues, and improve efficiency.* Contribute to program evaluation by analyzing enrollment, completion, financial, and market data and preparing recommendations for program revision, growth, or sunsetting.* Maintain documentation, support regulatory and accreditation compliance activities, and lead continuous-improvement efforts across academic operations.* Support operational aspects of online and hybrid program delivery, including scheduling, and systems integrations.**Education & Work Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree required (preferred fields: education, business, public policy, or related). Master's degree preferred.* 3-5 years of related work experience required.**Qualifications:*** Strong organizational and project-management skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) to support strategic decision-making.* Familiarity with online education models and academic program development.* Comfort with program-evaluation frameworks and change-management processes.* Ability to navigate ambiguity and contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement.* Preferred: experience supporting micro credential or modular learning initiatives and developing internship or experiential learning programs.# **Pay Range Disclosure**The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.# **Equal Opportunity Statement**Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").**COME WORK WITH US**Brandeis University is a great employer for all the same reasons it is an outstanding university. Its commitment to inclusion, dedication to lifelong learning and commitment to excellence are just a few of the reasons our workplace culture shines bright.We take pride not only in maintaining this culture, but expanding it — by recruiting and retaining outstanding employees who share our values and enrich Brandeis University overall.Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process are welcome to contact Human Resources at 781-736-4474 or via email, humanresources@brandeis.edu.The health and safety of the Brandeis community is important. While not required, we strongly recommend that employees are fully vaccinated. For additional information feel free to review
the
website.Certain positions at Brandeis University may require a background check. To review this policy, visit our website at #J-18808-Ljbffr
Brandeis - Waltham Campustime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id:
R0012490Brandeis University is delighted to announce a career opportunity as the Assistant Director of Academic Operations & Administration, Rabb School and Brandeis Online. At Brandeis, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package which includes medical, dental and life insurances.
If you are looking to advance your career through educational opportunities, Brandeis offers tuition assistance for employees, dependents and spouses.
Our 403b retirement savings plan includes a generous match.The Assistant Director of Academic Operations & Administration supports the development, execution, and continuous improvement of graduate academic programs in the Rabb School of Continuing Studies. The role coordinates academic initiatives and launches logistics, manages academic data systems and reporting to inform student success strategies, and facilitates cross-functional collaboration across academic and administrative units. The position contributes to program evaluation and portfolio decisions (revision or sunsetting) to ensure offerings remain aligned with institutional priorities and market needs.The hiring range for this position is $64.0k - $74.2k.**Key Responsibilities:*** Coordinate planning and implementation of academic initiatives, including project timelines, stakeholder engagement, launch logistics, and post-launch follow-up.* Manage academic data workflows, dashboards, and reporting to support student retention, persistence, and graduation outcomes; produce analyses to inform operational and program decisions.* Facilitate collaboration among faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure programmatic alignment, resolve operational issues, and improve efficiency.* Contribute to program evaluation by analyzing enrollment, completion, financial, and market data and preparing recommendations for program revision, growth, or sunsetting.* Maintain documentation, support regulatory and accreditation compliance activities, and lead continuous-improvement efforts across academic operations.* Support operational aspects of online and hybrid program delivery, including scheduling, and systems integrations.**Education & Work Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree required (preferred fields: education, business, public policy, or related). Master's degree preferred.* 3-5 years of related work experience required.**Qualifications:*** Strong organizational and project-management skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Experience with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) to support strategic decision-making.* Familiarity with online education models and academic program development.* Comfort with program-evaluation frameworks and change-management processes.* Ability to navigate ambiguity and contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement.* Preferred: experience supporting micro credential or modular learning initiatives and developing internship or experiential learning programs.# **Pay Range Disclosure**The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.# **Equal Opportunity Statement**Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").**COME WORK WITH US**Brandeis University is a great employer for all the same reasons it is an outstanding university. Its commitment to inclusion, dedication to lifelong learning and commitment to excellence are just a few of the reasons our workplace culture shines bright.We take pride not only in maintaining this culture, but expanding it — by recruiting and retaining outstanding employees who share our values and enrich Brandeis University overall.Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process are welcome to contact Human Resources at 781-736-4474 or via email, humanresources@brandeis.edu.The health and safety of the Brandeis community is important. While not required, we strongly recommend that employees are fully vaccinated. For additional information feel free to review
the
website.Certain positions at Brandeis University may require a background check. To review this policy, visit our website at #J-18808-Ljbffr