Director of Evaluation
Stanford Graduate School of Business
Residing in Silicon Valley, the heart of innovation, Stanford GSB has built a global reputation based on its immersive and innovative management programs. We provide students a transformative leadership experience, push the boundaries of knowledge with faculty research, and offer a portfolio of entrepreneurial and non-degree programs that deliver global impact like no other. We strive to change lives, change organizations, and change the world.
The Assistant Dean of GSB Admissions and Financial Aid seeks a Director of Evaluation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to both develop and execute strategy in a renowned academic institution. You will design the criteria and processes to identify the next generation of world class leaders for Stanford GSB. In addition, you will oversee two team members who manage application evaluators and alumni interviewers.
You will conduct analyses to assess the effectiveness of admission decisions and develop content to inform prospective students about our application and evaluation process. You also may facilitate discussions with university-wide stakeholders, including faculty, senior staff, alumni, and students to identify evaluation process needs and opportunities. In addition, you will ensure compliance with all state and federal guidelines and their impact on current processes and future strategy.
As an Admissions Officer, you will conduct information sessions on campus and across the globe to recruit prospective candidates. You also will evaluate applications as part of the admissions committee, and help enroll those students who are admitted. Your ability to build and cultivate relationships, handle difficult situations with diplomacy, and maintain the strictest confidentiality are essential.
Are you a high achieving professional, with exemplary stamina for delivering sustained change, and deep curiosity about how to assess human potential? Then this position may be the right fit for you.
Your primary responsibilities* include:
Lead the development and implementation of a highly selective process to evaluate applications to the Stanford GSB MBA Program.
Help craft a class with a collectively robust set of perspectives and work experiences to contribute to the learning environment.
Provide strategic direction for evaluation, including planning and managing program resources.
Develop, analyze, and measure the effectiveness of the evaluation process.
Make hiring decisions, provide coaching and mentoring, and manage staff performance.
Evaluate applications and interview applicants.
Identify, clarify, and resolve complex issues with university-wide impact and substantial significance, which may span multiple areas and require discretion and judgment.
Oversee the interpretation, implementation and compliance with all school, university, and governmental policies and regulations. Recommend actions and/or resolve complex issues that often span organizational boundaries.
Represent school/department programs and initiatives at senior-level meetings, conferences, and to both internal and external constituents.
Partner with technical and department staff to develop technology infrastructure, which delivers enhanced staff experience, operational efficiency, and analytics.
Partner with peers on topics related to evaluation operations, admissions marketing efforts, outreach and yield efforts, and programs core to the Admissions team to help the overall team perform and achieve desired results
Identify, manage relationships, and negotiate with external and internal partners. Be flexible to completing any other additional assigned duties.
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
Bachelor's degree and eight years relevant experience or a combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience managing projects, including project planning, scheduling, tracking, and budgeting.
Advanced oral and written communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences and all levels of management.
Strong analytical skills to review and assess complex qualitative and quantitative information.
Strong leadership and strategic skills.
Demonstrated success in managing people and working collaboratively with cross-functional peers.
Demonstrated ability to respect and encourage discussion including a wide variety of perspectives.
Ability to learn relevant subject matter expert knowledge, such as new technological systems, processes, and requirements quickly.
Demonstrated proficiency working with software tools, such as Google Workspace (particularly Google Sheets) and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).
Ability to work evenings or weekends occasionally.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
In addition, our preferred requirements include:
Advanced degree; MBA preferred.
Strategic and/or operational roles and experience.
Functional experience in recruitment, talent assessment, training, or admissions.
Demonstrated evidence of managing complex projects to completion.
Proficiency of higher education admissions systems, such as SLATE.
The expected pay range for this position at 100% FTE is $162,809 to $197,109 per year.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
Why Stanford is for You
Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff come from a breadth of educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:
Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!
We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.
How to Apply
We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.
*The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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