"Associate Vice President for Graduate Studies"

About the Position of Associate Vice President for Graduate Studies

The Associate Vice President for Graduate Studies (AVP GS), a highly qualified and motivated person, will, under the supervision of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, provide leadership and oversight of all aspects of graduate education and related academic functions, and is responsible for furthering graduate studies at CSUN. In this capacity, the AVP GS leads the Office of Graduate Studies and works closely with the Provost's leadership team, college deans, and department chairs/program directors/graduate coordinators to develop and implement strategic plans for graduate education. The AVP GS provides leadership, collaborates with colleagues from all divisions, and represents CSUN and its graduate programs across the region, including acting as a liaison with the California State University's Office of the Chancellor and beyond.

As a leader, the AVP will have the opportunity to thrive in a community in which our leaders share common traits as identified in our Leadership Principles.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution with eligibility for appointment at the rank of Professor
• Equivalent to six years of progressively responsible professional/administrative experience in higher education, with three of the six years in a managerial role
• Demonstrated leadership and substantial administrative experience in graduate program management, including recruitment, retention, and training of graduate students
• Demonstrated ability to maintain awareness of the challenges faced by faculty in the recruitment, teaching, mentoring and support of graduate students
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills
• Demonstrated ability to foster trust, respect, problem-solving, and teamwork across departments and colleges
• Strong analytical, organizational, managerial, and administrative skills
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and lead initiatives that affect and involve multiple stakeholders
• Strong cultural awareness and demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with accreditation processes and ensuring compliance with regional, national, or professional standards for graduate programs
• Demonstrated ability to implement innovative practices in graduate curriculum, program delivery (e.g., online/hybrid), or student professional development
• Experience in marketing graduate programs and managing enrollment strategies to attract a diverse, high-caliber student body
• Experience facilitating the accessibility of graduate studies through research and training grants
• Proficiency in gathering, analyzing, and using data to inform strategic planning, program improvement, and evidence-based decision-making
• Success in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and developing cross-college graduate programs

More information can be found in the institutional profile at https://www.academicsearch.org/open-searches-public/entry/24058/?search=24058.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills, and experience. The University offers excellent fringe benefits.
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $180,000 to $200,000 per year, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Application Period

The position is open until filled but only applications received by Friday, January 23, 2026 can be assured full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above. Application submissions received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Effective Date of Appointment: As soon as possible

How to Apply:

The university is being assisted by Academic Search. Applications should consist of a substantive cover letter, a CV, and a list of five professional references with full contact information. No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted electronically, and in confidence, to: CSUNAVPGS@academicsearch.org

Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting senior consultant Chris Butler at Chris.Butler@academicsearch.org.