Director Graduate Studies

West Liberty University | West Liberty, West Virginia

West Liberty University is seeking an innovative, strategic, and student-centered leader to serve as our next Director of Graduate Studies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on graduate education by driving enrollment growth, strengthening academic partnerships, and advancing graduate programs that meet the evolving needs of students and employers.

As the University's chief advocate for graduate education, the Director will provide vision and leadership for the continued growth, development, and success of graduate programs. Working collaboratively with academic leadership, faculty, and university stakeholders, the Director will oversee graduate enrollment management, student engagement initiatives, program support, and policy development while ensuring an exceptional graduate student experience from recruitment through graduation.

If you are a relationship-builder, strategic thinker, and higher education professional passionate about expanding access to graduate education and fostering innovation, we encourage you to apply.

• Develop and execute strategic recruitment and enrollment initiatives to attract and retain graduate students.
• Oversee graduate admissions, registration, orientation, and related enrollment management functions.
• Analyze enrollment data and market trends to identify opportunities for program growth and student success.
• Represent West Liberty University at recruitment events, conferences, and community engagement activities on and off campus.

• Collaborate with the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs, deans, and academic departments to establish strategic priorities for graduate education.
• Support the development and implementation of innovative graduate programs aligned with workforce and industry needs.
• Help shape policies, processes, and initiatives that enhance the quality and effectiveness of graduate education.

• Cultivate relationships across campus and within the community that support graduate program growth, partnerships, and external funding opportunities.
• Serve as an ambassador for graduate education and advocate for graduate student success.
• Promote awareness of graduate offerings through effective communication, marketing, web presence, and social media engagement.

• Direct the University's Graduate Assistant Program, including application processes, appointments, training, evaluations, and program administration.
• Maintain the graduate catalog and oversee policies and procedures related to graduate studies.
• Manage Graduate Studies software systems, website content, and communications platforms.
• Serve on university committees and task forces as a key voice for graduate education.

• Supervise and mentor assigned staff through hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture focused on excellence and continuous improvement.

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible leadership or supervisory experience.
• At least three years of experience in student recruitment, enrollment management, admissions, higher education administration, or a related area.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, managing projects, and achieving measurable outcomes.

• Experience working with graduate or professional academic programs.
• Knowledge of graduate admissions, enrollment management, and…