Arts and Sciences Programs Specialist

Arts and Sciences Programs Specialist (ASPS) (IRT, Phillips Academy) – Salary Range: $61,800 – $64,000.

Schedule:

Full-time, full-year position equivalent to 0.80 FTE. Weekly hours vary based on the session: 32 hours per week during the 42‑week academic year; 40 hours per week during the 8‑week pre‑summer and summer sessions.

As the Arts and Sciences Programs Specialist, you will advise and support IRT Scholars, work across student advising, recruitment, admissions review, and program planning. You will also serve as a key ambassador, representing the IRT program at conferences, webinars, and on social media.

• Advise and mentor IRT Scholars in alignment with our holistic advising approach, supporting their unique academic and career goals.
• Lead recruitment efforts, support admissions reviews, and plan engaging programming aligned with our mission and goals.
• Represent IRT at conferences, webinars, and through social media, showcasing our work and expanding our reach.
• Collaborate with staff to procure expertise on graduate school admissions, advising fellows on application materials and school lists.
• Stay informed on MA/PhD research trends, degree requirements, and funding opportunities to provide up‑to‑date, relevant guidance to Scholars.
• Write reports and compile data as requested.
• Maintain strong knowledge of key programs and ensure our approach reflects evolving educational trends and policies.

• Master’s degree in social sciences, humanities, education, or a related field.
• Critical understanding of MA/PhD programs in the Arts and Sciences with demonstrated success working with diverse and underrepresented students.
• Proficiency with daily office software (Canvas, Google Suite, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Chrome River, virtual engagement platforms, social media) and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong teamwork ethic and passion for collaborating with others.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, changing environment with flexibility to handle evolving processes and programmatic needs.
• Self‑motivated, entrepreneurial spirit, ready to take on responsibilities and lead initiatives.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Impact:
  Help shape the future of education by supporting underrepresented students in their academic journeys.
• Professional Development:
  Develop PK‑12 and postsecondary education expertise alongside a passionate, driven team.
• Innovation:
  Play an integral role in driving change and promoting diversity in graduate education.

Phillips Academy is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Any offers of employment will be contingent upon successful CORI/SORI and fingerprinting background checks as well as unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.