Assistant Director of Pre-Professional Support Services

The Office of Student Success at Oklahoma State University supports undergraduate students in achieving academic, professional, and personal success through intentional programs and services. The Assistant Director of Pre-Professional Support Services plays a key leadership role in preparing students for entry into competitive professional programs such as medical, dental, law, and other graduate-level fields. Reporting directly to the Assistant Provost for Student Success, the Assistant Director oversees a dynamic team and is responsible for the development, coordination, and assessment of pre-professional advising, programming, and support services.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, supervise, and support professional staff members to ensure effective delivery of pre-professional support services.
• Management of pre-professional programs and initiatives in alignment with the university’s mission and student success goals.
• Advise undergraduate students pursuing pre-professional pathways, providing guidance on academic planning, career preparation, and application processes.
• Design, implement, and evaluate comprehensive advising strategies for pre-professional students, including career exploration, application preparation, and interview readiness.
• Coordinate and support the development and delivery of pre-professional preparation courses.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, and campus partners to develop targeted programming that supports pre-professional student pathways and success.
• Serve as a liaison to professional schools, admissions representatives, and external organizations to build partnerships and enhance student opportunities.
• Promote Oklahoma State University’s pre-professional resources and assist in recruitment efforts.
• Engage with alumni in pre-professional fields to support student mentoring, programming, and networking opportunities.
• Develop and maintain communications and outreach efforts (newsletters, events, websites, etc.) to promote pre-professional resources and engage students across disciplines.
• Collect, analyze, and report data on student outcomes, service utilization, and satisfaction to support continuous improvement and informed decision-making.
• Manage and monitor budgets related to pre-professional programs and services, ensuring responsible use of institutional resources.
• Stay informed of national trends, best practices, and changes in admission requirements within professional fields to keep programming current and effective.
• Represent the Office of Student Success on university committees and at institutional events focused on student development, retention, and academic achievement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Provost for Student Success.

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in higher education administration, counseling, student affairs, or a related field
  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Three years of related administrative, counseling/academic advising, and teaching, training, or staff development experience. Demonstrated achievement in student development, academic advising, and/or program development.

Campus & Work Schedule

OSU-Stillwater, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice