54 deans directors jobs found in Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE Senior Director, Foundation Relations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME University Advancement - Fundraising DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Senior Director, Foundation Relations leads WPI's strategic engagement with private foundations and institutional funders, expanding philanthropic support for the university's academic programs, research initiatives, capital projects, and strategic priorities. This senior fundraiser cultivates and solicits foundation prospects, manages a portfolio of established foundation relationships, and develops comprehensive strategies to diversify and grow WPI's foundation funding base. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement, the Senior Director supervises foundation relations staff, partners closely with faculty and academic leadership to identify fundable projects, and ensures WPI maximizes opportunities within the foundation funding landscape. This role is...

JOB TITLE Executive Director, Advancement Operations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Advancement Operations DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Executive Director, Advancement Operations leads the operational infrastructure that enables WPI's advancement program, ensuring excellence in gift processing, database management, prospect research, reporting and analytics, compliance, and technology systems. This senior leader creates efficient, accurate, and strategic operations that empower fundraisers to focus on donor relationships while providing the data, insights, and tools needed for success. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Advancement Operations and Engagement, the Executive Director manages day-to-day operations, drives continuous improvement, leads technology strategy, and ensures advancement systems support both campaign completion and long-term sustainable growth. This role requires deep technical...

JOB TITLE Dean of Arts & Sciences LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Provost Office DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Worcester Polytechnic Institute invites nominations and applications for the position of Peterson Family Dean, School of Arts & Sciences. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to advance interdisciplinary education and research at a premier technological university known for its distinctive project-based learning model. The Dean will join WPI during a period of significant institutional momentum, as the university celebrates its Carnegie R1 research status, recognition as #18 nationally for "Best Return on Investment" by U.S. News & World Report, and inclusion among LinkedIn's Top 50 Colleges for 2025 based on career outcomes and alumni success. Reporting directly to Provost Andrew Sears and serving as a key member of the President's leadership team, the Dean will shape the...

Director - Foundation, Community and Government Engagement Salary Range: $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 Salary/year Level: Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: Category: Staff Description Lasell University seeks an experienced and collaborative Director of Foundation, Community and Government Engagement to join our University Advancement team during an exciting period of growth. Building on recent grant successes and under the leadership of our 10th president, Eric M. Turner, Lasell is poised for significant advancements in its mission to provide exceptional education and opportunities for all. The ideal candidate will have community and government relations experience, with demonstrated success securing grant funding, preferably within higher education. The Director of Foundation, Community and Government Engagement is an important member of the Advancement team and reports to the Vice President of University Advancement....

Associate Director of Student Leadership & Engagement Amherst Campus Full Time JR6720 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Student Leadership & Engagement position. The Associate Director of Student Leadership & Engagement is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $68,000-75,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a...

Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership Amherst Campus Full Time JR6736 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership position. The Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Leadership is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $65,000-70,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a...

Associate Director of Multicultural Resource Center Amherst Campus Full Time JR6713 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Multicultural Resource Center position. The Associate Director of Multicultural Resource Center is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $72,000-79,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly...

Associate Director of Queer Resource Center Amherst Campus Full Time JR6712 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Queer Resource Center position. The Associate Director of Queer Resource Center is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $72,000-79,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits...

Associate Director of Class and Access Resource Center Amherst Campus Full Time JR6711 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Class and Access Resource Center. The Associate Director of Class and Access Resource Center position is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $72,000-79,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a...

Associate Director of Women's & Gender Center Amherst Campus Full Time JR6710 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Women's & Gender Center position. The Associate Director of Women's & Gender Center is a full-time, year-round position. The expected range for this position is $72,000-79,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly...

Green Dean-Office of Sustainability Amherst Campus Full Time JR6691 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Green Dean-Office of Sustainability position. The Green Dean-Office of Sustainability is a full-time, 13 ½ month term position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $20.02 to $20.50 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive...

Director of Advancement Communications (Hybrid Eligible) Main Campus - Boston, MA R11789 ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and...

Assistant Professor of Practice & BAS Online Practicum Director Remote - National R11785 ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and...

Director of Planned Giving Main Campus - Boston, MA R11319 ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You'll find that people...

JOB TITLE Coordinator, Foundation Relations LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME University Advancement - Fundraising DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Foundation Relations Coordinator provides essential research, administrative, and programmatic support for WPI's foundation fundraising efforts, enabling the Senior Director, Foundation Relations to focus on major relationship cultivation and grant solicitation. This role conducts prospect research to identify funding opportunities, manages smaller grant applications and reporting, coordinates proposal development logistics, maintains foundation tracking systems, and ensures excellent stewardship of foundation relationships. The Coordinator serves as a critical partner in building WPI's foundation funding pipeline, particularly leveraging the university's new R1 research designation and distinctive project-based educational mission. Reporting to the Senior Director,...

JOB TITLE Events and Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Event and Conference Services DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY This position will support WPI student organizations' events by assisting with planning and execution, meeting with students, and communicating event needs to service teams. In addition, the Events and Operations Coordinator will assist with the day-to-day needs in the Conference & Event Services Office and work within the university's event management software (25Live), ensuring scheduling can be done efficiently and effectively by the entire campus community. This position reports to the Director of University Events and Chief Commencement Officer. JOB DESCRIPTION Event Coordination & Student Support (50%) Manage day-to-day student event requests, ensuring they are processed efficiently and equitably. Provide guidance on WPI event policies and procedures....

JOB TITLE Community Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Residential Education DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Community Operations Coordinator is a live-in professional responsible for supporting both residential community management and departmental operations within the Housing & Residential Experience Center. This role supervises and trains paraprofessional staff, leads student and staff development initiatives, manages crisis response and conduct processes, and supports community programming. The Coordinator also oversees key administrative and operational functions, including key management, purchase orders and invoices, main office student staff supervision, and residence hall facilities oversight such as work orders, building walkthroughs, and coordination with Facilities. This position splits time between the main office and the residential community and reports to the Associate...

JOB TITLE Talent Operations Coordinator / Senior Talent Operations Coordinator LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Talent Strategies DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Reporting to the Director of Talent Strategies - Academic Affairs, the Talent Operations Coordinator provides operational and administrative support for the Talent Strategies and Operations teams within the Talent & Inclusion Division. This role focuses on process improvements related to Workday and assists with delivering university-wide projects and key initiatives requiring extensive engagement with WPI constituents, including faculty and staff. This position requires an enthusiastic approach to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, equity, and belonging. This position may be filled at either the Talent Operations Coordinator or Senior Talent Operations Coordinator level based on the selected candidate's qualifications...

JOB TITLE Academic Advisor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Academic Advising DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Advising, this position provides individualized academic advising support to a caseload of undergraduate students. This position is an integral member of the academic advising office, helping students identify resources to support them in their academic, career, and personal goals as they interactively engage in the local and global environment. We are a collaborative team with an ongoing focus of deepening our understanding of the intersectional identities of all members of our WPI community. We are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff, which is inclusive and culturally informed. JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities: Serve as an academic advising resource for a caseload of students across majors and class years by...

JOB TITLE Assistant Teaching Professor LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Interactive Media & Game Development - IMGD DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Interactive Media and Game Development (IMGD) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) seeks to hire an Assistant Teaching Professor to support and grow our multidisciplinary, project-based curriculum. The successful candidate will shape and grow our offerings in both the technical and design areas of our undergraduate and graduate degrees. Applicants in all areas of IMGD are encouraged to apply; identified areas of interest include but are not limited to: creative coding, critical computing, tangible and embodied interaction, technical game development, and design for emerging creative technologies. IMGD is a highly collaborative community of learners, scholars, and creatives. We seek a new colleague who is passionate about both strengthening our existing community and...