Associate Dean, Admissions & Student Affairs; School of Government & Policy

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Reporting to the Dean, we are seeking an Associate Dean, Admissions and Student Affairs who will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the complete student journey—from recruitment through graduation and career placement—and will serve as a key advisor to the Dean as a member of their leadership team.

This executive role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies that advance enrollment goals, ensure student success, and prepare graduates for professional leadership in government, policy, and public service. Working collaboratively with the Dean, the School's senior leadership team, and partners across Johns Hopkins University, this leader will build a best-in-class enrollment and student services operation that reflects the School's commitment to excellence, innovation, and public impact.

This position requires an entrepreneurial mindset. The ideal candidate will be energized by building new programs and systems within a well-established institution, comfortable with ambiguity, and motivated by the opportunity to create lasting impact.

Strategic Enrollment Leadership

• Strategic Leadership & Decision-Making:
  Serve as a senior advisor to the Dean on all enrollment matters, including pricing strategies, financial aid packaging, fellowship allocation, and enrollment forecasting; develop and execute data-driven enrollment strategies aligned with the School's mission and growth objectives
• Analytics & Infrastructure:
  Build comprehensive enrollment dashboards and analytics infrastructure to enable evidence-based decision-making across all enrollment functions
• Target Setting & Execution:
  Set ambitious yet achievable enrollment targets and develop actionable plans to meet them across all program modalities
• Partnership Development & External Engagement:
  Cultivate strategic partnerships with federal agencies, think tanks, nonprofit organizations, corporations, and international institutions to enhance enrollment and career outcomes
• Develop employer partnerships that provide students with internships, capstone projects, and career placement opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with alumni to support recruitment, mentoring, and career development
• Represent the School's pluralistic mission at national conferences, policy forums, and professional gatherings to elevate visibility and attract top talent

Recruitment & Admissions Excellence

• Build and lead a high-performing admissions operation for all graduate programs and executive education offerings
• Design and implement recruitment strategies that attract highly qualified, motivated, pluralistic, and mission-aligned candidates from across sectors
• Ensure seamless, applicant-centered admissions experiences while maintaining compliance with federal regulations and accreditation standards
• Partner with Marketing & Communications to create compelling messaging and outreach campaigns

Financial Aid Strategy

• Optimize available financial aid in alignment with School goals
• Advise the Dean on discount rates, scholarship budgets, and return on investment for financial aid investments
• Develop transparent, equitable processes for financial aid review and distribution

Student Success & Academic Services

• Provide executive oversight of academic advising, student success coaching, career services, and registration operations
• Create integrated support systems that address students' academic, professional, and personal development needs
• Lead implementation of degree audit systems, registration processes, and academic policy administration
• Resolve complex student issues efficiently while maintaining positive relationships
• Track and improve retention, time-to-degree, graduation rates, and student satisfaction metrics

Career Development & Professional Placement

• Build comprehensive career services that prepare students for leadership roles in government, policy, innovation, and corporate sectors
• Develop industry…