Dean of Student Affairs

3 weeks ago

Royal Palm Beach, United States South University Full time

What's next for you is the first priority for us With over 45 programs from associate to doctoral degrees, South University is a private institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. 

Our 120-year story—past, present and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Online and at our 8 locations and 2 learning sites, we take pride in our welcoming environment; one-on-one support and personalized attention that helps students define goals and identify the means to pursue them. Our small classes feature hands-on experiences that not only shape students’ skills and excellence in their chosen fields but also shape their characters through encouraging community involvement, volunteerism and the pursuit of life-long learning.  

Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighter future.

Benefits:

*Medical

*Dental

*Vision

FSA/HSA

Tuition Assistant Program

Long/Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K Match 

 Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

* includes domestic partner coverage

SUMMARY: 

This position is responsible for fostering a culture of learning and campus engagement by applying student development theories and learning outcomes that promote students’ academic and personal success, thereby increasing student satisfaction and student retention. The Dean provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for student affairs at an assigned South University Campus as well as promote initiatives that enable the delivery of effective and quality service to students in the following areas: International and Veteran Programs, Disability Services, First Year Experience Support, Student Conduct, Safety and Security Programs, Student Life Programs, Community Engagement and Alumni initiatives. This is done through creating policies, programs and services that support the university’s mission, meet the needs of a diverse campus population, foster student development, career development, and promote student and alumni involvement in campus life. This position provides advice and counsel to campus leadership and other Executive Committee members regarding overall student morale and serves as the primary advocate for the assigned campus student body.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

Collaborate with admissions, financial aid, academic support services, faculty, program directors, career services, academic leadership and campus leadership to develop strategies that demonstrate an inclusive and equitable learning community for all students in an effort to positively impact enrollment, retention, and increase student satisfaction.Supervise Academic Counselors to ensure effective student advising, regular outreach, and proactive engagement with at-risk student populations.Oversee specialized programming for first year, reinstated, veteran, and international students. Establish, monitor, and report on measureable outcomes of co-curricular activities and early and targeted interventions and remediation initiatives. Coordinate efforts with the Academic Success Center Coordinator to monitor utilization of campus support services and resources.  Plan, implement, and oversee orientation, student club activities/events, volunteer opportunities, wellness, cultural awareness and safety programming. Coordinate graduation, pinning, and other ceremonies. Work collaboratively with the Director of Marketing, Outreach Coordinators, Director of Career Services, faculty, and staff to coordinate special program events, campus activities on campus and virtually, promote student participation in community events, and create opportunities for alumni to get involved in campus events; actively promote student life on social media, campus displays, and college publications.Serve as a point of contact to collect news and noteworthy information campus news, alumni success, faculty spotlights, student testimonials, awards, partnerships, or other highlights, to be utilized for marketing and communication purposes.Provide leadership and guidance with the analysis, creation, and interpretation of student policies and procedures. Serve as Title IX Investigator and Chief Conduct Officer for a designated campus, including coordination and supervision of due process procedures as they relate to students’ disruptive behavior and crisis incidents.Manage support services for with disabilities. Coordinate compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, ADA, institutional processes and procedures and provide on-going training for staff and faculty.Develop protocols and community-based resources and student support services, including counseling, healthcare and personal needs. Appropriately communicate a comprehensive list of referral resources and intervention mechanisms/programs to appropriate faculty and staff. Create and coordinate the dissemination of campus reports and publications i.e. Clery Act, RNL Student Satisfaction Survey, Title IX/Student Conduct, Drug Free Schools and Communities, and other student consumer information documents. Ensure compliance of federal, state, and local regulatory standards i.e. FERPA.Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Services

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge:

Five + years of increasingly more responsible experience in student affairs, enrollment management or campus operations Master’s degree in student personnel services or related degree requiredKnowledge of theories of student development, student engagement, student success and career developmentKnowledge of current practices in student affairs and higher education to include proper methods and resources for compliance such matters as substance abuse, disabilities covered under ADA, student disciplinary actions and Family Rights and Privacy Act.Minimum of three years of management or leadership in an institution of higher educationGood general business knowledge and ability to effectively supervise and lead a staff of professionals.

Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills on both an individual and group basis.Effective problem resolution skills.

Abilities:

Work effectively as either a leader or a team member to ensure that departmental goals are met. Ability to prioritize work and perform well under pressure.Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Ability to communicate and effectively act as a member of a team.

ENVIRONMENT:                                                                                           

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.              

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive. Apply Now Other details

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