Assistant Dean for Student Success and Community Engagement
About The Position
The College of Liberal Arts Dean's Office invites applications for an Assistant Dean for Student Success and Community Engagement. The position works with department chairs on graduation clearance and develops, implements, and evaluates initiatives and programs to improve student engagement, retention, graduation rates, academic performance, and career development. It collaborates with undergraduate and graduate recruitment and retention teams, including travel for outreach efforts, and builds strategic partnerships with industry leaders, alumni, and community organizations. The role also supports departments with curriculum and policy updates, monitors student concerns and academic challenges, and maintains connections with the College's Student Advisory Committee and alumni.
Requirements
- Previous 5–7 years of experience in academic support services, preferably in academic advising, with demonstrated success in developing student success initiatives.
- Ability to use data analytics to identify trends.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to lift 10 lbs. or less.
Nice To Haves
- PhD or EdD preferred.
- Experience working within an HBCU or similar institution is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Work with department chairs to verify graduation clearance.
- Develop and implement initiatives to improve student engagement, retention, graduation rates, and academic performance.
- Collaborate with recruitment and retention teams for undergraduate and graduate students, including travel for outreach efforts.
- Identify, establish, and manage strategic partnerships with industry leaders, alumni, and community organizations.
- Design and evaluate programs focused on student retention, academic success, and career development.
- Review and assist departments with updates to curriculum, policies, and student success initiatives.
- Monitor and report student complaints, grievances, and academic challenges, and provide solutions to enhance student success.
- Maintain consistent contact with the College's Student Advisory Committee.
- Establish and maintain a system to communicate with and stay connected to alumni.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
