Assistant Director of Fellowships

The Williams College Fellowships Office is looking for an organized and dedicated Assistant Director of Fellowships to partner with the Director in managing our national and internal fellowship programs. This is a vital multi-faceted role where you will oversee everything from primary student advising and managing candidacies to budget stewardship and essential administrative functions. If you are ready to be the daily engine of an office that connects Williams students of all backgrounds with transformative global opportunities we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Manages application processes including soliciting uploading and submitting materials to national and internal review committees
• Establishes mentoring relationships with students works effectively one-on-one and in groups with students of all backgrounds and identities
• Organizes workshops and informational sessions in-person and online
• Works with campus offices and student groups to ensure equal access to opportunities
• Maintains strong working relationships with academic departments individual faculty and administrative offices convenes committee meetings selection interviews and mock interview panels
• Maintains and updates website content and application materials
• Readily learns and implements new technologies and processes supports daily functioning of the Fellowships Office
• Effectively represents Williams College in communications with foundations and government institutions takes active role in profession through membership in theNational Association of Fellowships Advisors (NAFA)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree plus at least three years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in US higher education such as student advising mentoring or teaching
• Knowledge of national fellowships and their application processes
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience assessing application materials such as transcripts resumes recommendations and personal statements
• Excellent organizational skills including ability to meet deadlines simultaneously manage multiple projects and respond effectively to the demands of a busy 2-person office
• Demonstrated success in collaborative work with faculty students and staff of all backgrounds cultures identities and perspectives
• Ability to support students from underrepresented groups toward the Colleges mission of diversity equity and inclusion
• Impeccable discretion and judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree or terminal degree
• Experience in undergraduate fellowships advising
• Publications demonstrating writing ability and experience
• Experience in editing and/or the teaching of writing
• Experience in interacting with foundations and government organizations

A cover letter is required in order for your application to be considered. Please attach your cover letter as a separate document in your application.

In select circumstances hybrid on-site/remote work arrangements may be available for up to 1 day per week of remote work for employees based in MA NY CT or VT following a year of fully in-person work due to the student-facing nature of this position.

Application review will begin on May 14 2026. Pay range is from $64000 to $74000 commensurate with experience.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant including the completion of a criminal record check and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments promotions and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race color sex national origin religion age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or military service.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live learn and thrive. As part of this commitment we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at or email at .