Overview of Graduate Programs Administrator

Purdue University Northwest is seeking a Graduate Programs Administrator. The Graduate Programs Coordinator manages the operational functions for all graduate/post-bacc programs (MBA, EMBA, and MAcc) within the College of Business at Purdue Northwest. This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Graduate Programs, but functions in an independent role. This hands-on position provides consultation for all students from recruitment, admissions assistance, advising, to graduation, providing a single point of contact for students to succeed.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday (40 Hours)

Duties and Responsibilities of Graduate Programs Administrator

• Manage operational functions for all graduate/post-bacc programs
• Execute marketing messaging, website content, and recruitment events for the graduate programs
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Internal Operations to create the master course schedule
• Maintain student plans of study and advise students on progress towards degree completion
• Work closely with the PNW Director of Graduate Studies and the Graduate School at Purdue West Lafayette
• Work closely with the College Assurance of Learning Committee Chair and Director for Assessment and Accreditation to assure appropriate assessment of graduate programs
• Manage entire enrollment management cycle for all graduate programs from application to enrollment
• Provide academic advising, for all graduate students
• Maintain databases on our current students and alumni
• Plan and organize orientation sessions in fall and spring for new students
• Collect and aggregate admission data for AACSB and other entities (2-3 per year)

Benefits of Graduate Programs Administrator

• Full benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Retirement, Life Insurance and more
• Accrue 15 days’ vacation your first year, then 22 days’ vacation your 2nd year plus rollover
• University contribution of 10% to retirement (3 year waiting period)
• University contributions to Health Savings Account –
  • Plus a chance to earn more through participating in University Wellness Initiatives
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Parental Leave after one year of service
• Tuition remission for you, your spouse and dependent children at any Purdue campus

For more information on our excellent benefit package, please visit: https://www.pnw.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a premier metropolitan university dedicated to empowering transformational change in our students and in our community. We offer two campuses serving approximately 8,800 undergraduate and graduate students. At PNW, we value academic excellence, support growth, and celebrate diversity.

PNW sits between Chicago’s skyscrapers and Lake Michigan’s sandy shores. You can have all the perks of a world-class city just a short drive away or enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan just 15 miles away.

Education of Graduate Programs Administrator

• Requires a Master’s degree from an accredited university
• Preference in higher education space within a similar role

Experience of Graduate Programs Administrator

• Minimum of four years’ experience working in recruitment, advising, or alumni relations, familiarity with Masters in Business programs
• Previous work in higher education setting preferred

Core Competencies of Graduate Programs Administrator

• Strong organizational, program development, and communication skills
• Creative thinking/reasoning abilities
• Demonstrated competency to oversee multiple tasks with attention to detail
• Work independently with limited supervision

Additional Information

Professional references will be verified prior to any offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon completion of successful background check along with a motor vehicle records check if applicable.

Purdue University Northwest is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.