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Requirements
The Department of Health Management and Policy offers dynamic academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Students have the opportunity to learn from faculty members who have backgrounds in academic and practice-oriented settings. In their programs, students have rich classroom experiences, as well as hands-on experiential learning opportunities.
The Associate Director of Graduate Studies (ADGS) serves as the administrative officer for the CAHME-accredited Master of Science in Health System Administration (MHSA) program at the School of Health, with responsibility for all administrative aspects of the program. Duties include assisting in recruiting students, managing the admissions process, assisting with class scheduling, developing content and managing the department’s social media engagement strategy, and capturing key metrics for accreditation and continuous program improvement. The ADGS works with university administration to fully administer the program and ensure compliance with school, medical center, and University policies. Reporting directly to the department chair and working closely with the MHSA Faculty Director, specific duties include the following:
Support program of study development and maintenance.
Oversee the program administration for the MHSA
Manage faculty onboarding and the community of practice development.
Support the evaluation of all aspects of the MHSA program.
Manage the communications and marketing for the department.
Work Interactions
The ADGS manages key administrative functions of the graduate program. The position reports directly to the Department Chair and does not have direct reports. The scope of work ensures prospective and current students have an experience that reflects the Georgetown brand identity and core values. The role also supports continuous quality improvement activities as well as efforts to align performance with national accreditation standards. Some key constituents are: The Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME), Association for University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA), Academic Affairs (SOH), Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Core and Adjunct Faculty, and Prospective Students.
Requirements and Qualifications
Advanced degree in health systems administration, business, or higher education
3-5 years of work experience in higher education; experience working in the arena of health care, health management, or health care policy preferred; candidates with established professional networks across the full health ecosystem preferred
Demonstrated superior skills in both written and verbal communications, along with experience in communicating effectively at all organizational levels and with all stakeholders
Agility in thinking, proven track record in executing strategies, and demonstrated program management competencies (to include knowledge and skills associated with program evaluations, statistical modeling, and analysis and computation)
Strong interpersonal skills (the successful candidate must have the presence coupled with the ability to drive change through influence; a demonstrated capability to build and leverage networks
Proven experience in engaging, collaborating, and partnering with academic officials and executives in a broad range of health and health care organizations with a capacity to proactively identify and build consensus among diverse constituencies, foster team building, and manage expectations
Ability to quickly build credibility with students, faculty, and affiliated organizations and to promote Program goals.
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range:
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$47,586.00 - $87,558.13Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.