Director of Fellowships

The starting annual base salary range for this position is $68,900 - $88,000.

When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational considerations. The starting salary range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.

Located in the scenic Mid-Hudson Valley, Vassar College is a highly selective, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Vassar stands upon the homelands of the Munsee Lenape.

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Reporting to the Associate Dean of the College for Career Education and working closely with the Dean of Studies/Chair of the Fellowships Committee, the Director of Fellowships is a key member of the leadership team in Center for Career Education and is responsible for overseeing and expanding the colleges fellowship programs, including both nationally competitive fellowships as well as internal Vassar fellowships for graduate study, summer language study, and internships.

This role involves advising students and alums on fellowship opportunities, developing partnerships, and coordinating application processes to ensure that students and alums are well-prepared to apply for prestigious fellowships. The Director will coordinate with the Faculty Chair of the Fellowships Committee, the Dean of Studies, as well as an elected Faculty Committee on Fellowships and various ad-hoc committees to organize and oversee application, selection, and nomination processes. Within the Center for Career Education, the Director will work closely with the Associate Director of Fellowships and an Office Specialist to manage day-to-day operations related to fellowships. The Director will also engage with faculty and external partners to enhance the colleges fellowship initiatives.

To complete your on-line application, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. All attachments must be in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources, 845-437-5820.