Assistant Director of Graduate Program Operations

🇺🇸 Villanova, Pennsylvania 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $52K - $65K 💻 Operations 🗓️ August 26th, 2026

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Villanova University is hiring an Assistant Director of Graduate Program Operations. This role manages daily operations across all post-Baccalaureate graduate programs in the College of Engineering, overseeing student services, program administration, financial stewardship, and collaboration with university stakeholders.

Highlights

Manage enrollment procedures, graduate assistant offers, and international student visa processes.
Oversee PhD program operations including exams and dissertation defenses; manage MS, BS/MS, Certificates, and non-credit programs' administrative processes.
Maintain compliance with academic policies and collaborate on university-wide system standards and CRM committees.
Manage budgets for Graduate Endowed Fellowships and Tuition Remission Credits; coordinate financial records and grant-related activities.
Supervise Graduate Assistant for Graduate Studies.
Support graduate student life by providing guidance, coordinating with graduate student groups, and chairing the Graduate Student Events Committee.
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 3 years of work experience required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and higher education management software; preferred experience with Ellucian/Banner ERP, DegreeWorks, and Softdocs.
Strong communication, organizational, project management, and interpersonal skills necessary.
Salary range: $52,000 to $65,100, with final amount based on qualifications, budget, and equity.