Posting DetailsPosition Information
Position Number 014538
Functional Title Associate Dean of Students
Position Type Staff
Position Eclass EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit The mission of the Dean of Students Office is to initiate learner-centered programs and services that foster a culture of care conducive to academic and personal development.
Position Summary The Associate Dean is the primary administrator for the Dean of Students Office and the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. The position leads 7 staff, who focus on crisis management and support, basic needs support, behavioral intervention, student conduct, and support for students who experience circumstances that could impact their ability to persist and succeed. The Associate Dean works closely with faculty and staff to support a campus-wide culture of care.
The Associate Dean will:
- Work in collaboration with faculty and other support services across campus to intervene with students whose behavior or personal well-being is impacting their academic success.
- Coordinate the crisis management process for students who have experienced severe distress
- Serve as a member of the University's crisis response network and the Behavioral Assessment Team.
- Work with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate School, and International Programs Office on the Extraordinary Admissions process.
- Advise and counsel faculty, staff, students, and parents on confidential matters.
- Initiate and implement advocacy programs and services based on data-driven decisions.
- Lead strategic planning, assessment and reporting functions for the Dean of Students Office.
- Serve on university and division committees.
Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling or another appropriate field of graduate study.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of applicable professional experience including direct experience with crisis situations and serving in an advocacy role with college students in an institution of higher education.
- A record of increasingly complex work responsibility and adjudicating complex conduct cases
- A demonstrated understanding of student learning and development.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, crisis response, and conflict management skills.
- Must possess the ability to balance multiple obligations and remain professional and compassionate during emotionally charged situations.
- Must be able to work as an integral member of a supportive team.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and CertificatesPreferred Qualifications - Successful service in a crisis and advocacy role for a campus community with a documented record of initiating proactive strategies that enhance retention and contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsRecruitment Range $90,000 - $98,000
Org #-Department Dean of Students - 44503
Job Open Date 05/21/2026
For Best Consideration Date 06/11/2026
Job Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
FTE 1.000
Type of Appointment Permanent
If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.Number of Months per Year 12
FLSA Exempt
