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Assistant Director - New York/Paris Program
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Columbia University is hiring an Assistant Director - New York/Paris Program to support the development, promotion, and administration of the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation’s New York/Paris Program. The role expands the program’s domestic and international visibility through strategic recruitment, outreach, and communications. The Assistant Director also supports admissions, program logistics, and evaluation to ensure a seamless experience for students from application through program completion.
Highlights
- Develop and implement outreach and marketing strategies with the Program Director and GSAPP leadership to grow enrollment in the New York/Paris Program.
- Build recruitment connections with undergraduate institutions, faculty, student organizations, alumni, and architecture networks worldwide.
- Coordinate promotional materials, including email campaigns, newsletters, presentations, and social media content, with GSAPP's Communications and Admissions teams.
- Serve as primary point of contact for prospective students on application requirements, program structure, and deadlines.
- Monitor application submissions and analyze enrollment data to shape targeted outreach.
- Oversee program logistics, including academic scheduling, guest lectures, instructor selection, and special events.
- Collect student feedback and enrollment data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future planning.
- Bachelor's degree required with 3-5 years of experience; a master's degree in architecture, design, communications, or education is preferred.
- Part-time position at 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, through a temporary appointment ending December 2027.
- Salary of $41,142 per year.
Assistant Director - New York/Paris Program Full Description
Assistant Director - New York/Paris Program
New York — Grad Sch Architecture, Planning and Preservation — Part Time
Job Type: Officer of Administration
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
End Date if Temporary: 12/31/2027
Hours Per Week: 20
Standard Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Building: Avery Hall
Salary Range: $41,142 - $41,142
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of the New York/Paris Program, the Assistant Director plays a vital role in supporting the development, promotion, and administration of Columbia’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation’s New York/Paris Program. This role is focused on expanding the reach and visibility of the program—both domestically and internationally—through strategic recruitment, outreach, and communications.
This position is ideal for someone passionate about architectural education who is eager to grow awareness of the program, help attract a diverse and talented applicant pool, and ensure a seamless experience for students from application through program completion.
Responsibilities
Outreach, Marketing & Recruitment (25%):
- Collaborates with the Program Director and GSAPP leadership to develop and implement outreach and marketing strategies aimed at increasing awareness and enrollment in the N.Y. / Paris Program.
- Leads recruitment efforts by building connections with undergraduate institutions, faculty, student organizations, alumni, and architecture-related networks worldwide.
- Coordinates the creation and distribution of promotional materials—including email campaigns, newsletters, presentations, and social media content—in collaboration with GSAPP’s Communications and Admissions teams.
- Tracks outreach efforts and assesses engagement data to refine recruitment strategies and identify new growth opportunities.
- Coordination of academic outreach contacts and alumni database.
Admissions & Applicant Support (25%):
- Serves as a primary point of contact for prospective students, responding to inquiries and providing detailed information about application requirements, program structure, and important deadlines.
- Monitors application submissions and supports the admissions process to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for accepted students.
- Analyzes application and enrollment data to help shape targeted outreach and identify areas for growth.
Program Administration (25%):
- Assists in coordinating key program logistics, including academic scheduling, guest lectures, and special events.
- Maintains accurate records and documentation of program activities, communications, and outreach outcomes.
- Supports onboarding of students and faculty to ensure all parties are prepared and informed prior to the start of the program.
- Support in the identification of instructors, selection, and supervision.
- Coordination of curriculum communication, positioning, and evolution.
- Coordination of the program’s public program, events, and communications.
- Management of operations and facilities in coordination with the School’s operation teams and their equivalents in other venues.
Evaluation & Reporting (20%):
- Collects student feedback and enrollment data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future planning.
- Support in reporting on the program’s performance.
- Assists with post-program wrap-up, including the archiving of student work, curating content for future marketing use, and compiling internal reports.
Performs other related duties as assigned and/or requested (5%).
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required. Must have 3-5 years of experience.
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in academic program coordination, outreach, or marketing—particularly in architecture or design education.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in digital tools and platforms.
- Self-starter who is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a part-time capacity.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in architecture, design, communications, education, or a related field preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
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