Assistant Dean, Student Affairs

Palm Beach Atlantic University•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs provides leadership and oversight for the spiritual and professional development of pharmacy students in support of the university’s mission and objectives. The role oversees student services, advising, pharmacy chapel, student organizations, and the School of Pharmacy’s co-curriculum in collaboration with the Student Affairs Committee. It also contributes to admissions and recruitment, partnering with the Dean and admissions leadership to support the recruitment and selection of qualified applicants. The Assistant Dean serves as the primary liaison between the School of Pharmacy and university departments that support student success, including student services, health and wellness, chapel services, workship, counseling, campus safety, technology services, and other student support functions. The position includes a faculty appointment and teaching, scholarly activity, and service responsibilities aligned with the individual’s expertise and the School of Pharmacy’s needs. The Assistant Dean supervises the Coordinator of Student Services and provides coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to direct reports.

Requirements

Doctorate degree in a pharmacy-specific discipline, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of experience in pharmacy practice.
Ability to work non-routine hours during certain times of the year.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods.
Strong supervisory skills.
Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, communication, and work ethic.
Ability to provide spiritual support to community members, including students, on their Christian faith journey.
Analytical thinking and decision-making skills, including the ability to identify trends or issues and develop actionable strategies.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Conflict-management skills and ability to function professionally during difficult conversations and challenging situations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills across a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to establish trust through honest and forthcoming actions and communication.
Leadership and influence skills, including the ability to motivate, coach, and develop others and implement university strategies.
Systematic, fact-based problem-solving skills.
Project and time-management skills, including planning, prioritization, and managing several complex projects under deadline pressure.
Teamwork and collaboration skills that foster cooperation and shared goals across departments.

Nice To Haves

Pharmacy practice background preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative oversight for student organizations and their activities.
Oversee the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of student programming, including orientation, leadership development, Lunch & Learn programs, community outreach, chapel programming, and workship programs.
Provide oversight and guidance to student leaders for the annual Community Health Fair.
Lead the administration of student professionalism issues involving the Professionalism and Honors Code (PHC).
Participate in pharmacy admissions and student interview activities and liaise with the Dean and Director of Pharmacy Admissions.
Assign and coordinate student advisors and oversee pharmacy student advising.
Lead All-School Assemblies and other school-sponsored student events.
Oversee the selection, development, and support of student delegates.
Oversee annual review and maintenance of the pharmacy student Policies and Procedures handbook and ensure student behavioral and professional standards are communicated and monitored.
Collaborate with University departments to coordinate student support services and facilitate access to wellness, counseling, spiritual life, campus safety, and other resources.
Coordinate and teach pharmacy courses as assigned.
Engage in scholarly research consistent with faculty expectations, annual performance evaluations, and promotion criteria.
Serve as an ex-officio member of the School of Pharmacy Student Recruitment and Admissions Committee (SRA).
Oversee the faculty advising program, including assigning student advisors, supporting advising effectiveness, and providing advisor development and training.
Serve as the primary liaison to and advisor for the PBA Pre-Pharmacy Society and collaborate with admissions to generate interest and recruitment.
Lead planning, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement of the school’s co-curriculum in collaboration with the Student Affairs Committee (SAC).
Serve as a member of the School of Pharmacy Executive Committee and as an ex-officio member of the SAC.
Supervise the Coordinator of Student Services and provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to direct reports.
Fulfill faculty teaching, scholarly activity, and service responsibilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and employer-paid life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program for confidential personal and work-life support.
Wellness Program, including access to the Greene Complex Health & Fitness Center.
Retirement Savings Plan with a 7.25% employer match.
Generous paid holiday time off, including Good Friday and Easter Monday, the day before and after Thanksgiving, and a two-week Christmas Break.
Vacation and sick leave.
Paid parental leave.
Spiritual retreat days.
Tuition benefit for eligible full-time employees and their dependents for courses at PBA.
Free parking.
One complimentary meal per week in the Fraser Dining Hall.
10% discount at the PBA Campus Store.
Commuter discounts for Brightline and Tri-Rail.
Free admission to the Norton Museum of Art.