Assistant Dean of Student Affairs

Lyon College • Cabot, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine (LCSVM) seeks a dynamic and collaborative leader to serve as Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. As part of the Office of Professional Programs, this is a unique opportunity to lead the recruitment and admissions process for our incoming DVM students, help monitor academic performance and maintain academic standards, and promote student service and support initiatives. This role is primarily administrative, with opportunities for teaching and outreach/service.

Requirements

• MS and/or PhD in education, educational leadership, administration, or student/academic affairs-related fields.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience as an educator or administrator in higher education.
• Proven leadership in an educational setting.
• Involvement with student recruitment and admissions, student orientation, advising, and/or financial aid.
• Strong record of creativity, innovation, and academic leadership.
• Enthusiasm for building programs and creating professional networks.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Dedication to student and community service.

Responsibilities

• Serve on the LCSVM Executive Council.
• In collaboration with the Associate Dean for Professional Programs, lead the recruitment and admissions process for our incoming DVM students and help monitor academic performance and maintain academic standards.
• Promote and be integrated into our student services initiatives of 1) academic advising and counseling; 2) tutoring; 3) peer assistance; 4) counseling/wellness; 5) financial aid counseling; 6) belonging support; 7) student organizations; 8) information access and evaluation; and 9) housing and residential life.
• Foster a collegial, forward-thinking culture.
• Contribute to teaching, scholarship, and professional and community service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level