Assistant Dean, Student Affairs

Palm Beach Atlantic University•West Palm Beach, FL

1d•$115,000 - $120,000•Onsite

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 Palm Beach Atlantic 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, serving as a partner to the Dean and admissions leadership in recruiting and selecting qualified applicants. The Assistant Dean is 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, and technology services. The Assistant Dean holds a faculty appointment and fulfills teaching, scholarly activity, and service responsibilities aligned with their expertise and the needs of the School of Pharmacy. The role oversees student programming and organizations, advising, professionalism processes, admissions and recruitment activities, the co-curriculum, and student support services. It supervises the Coordinator of Student Services and provides coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to direct reports. The position is based at Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Florida. The stated start date is July 1, 2027. The role may require non-routine working hours during certain times of the year and prolonged periods of sitting.

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.
Customer service orientation toward students, parents, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Professionalism, including timeliness, reliability, effective communication, and a strong work ethic.
Christ-first faith and ability to provide spiritual support to community members on their Christian faith journey.
Analytical thinking and decision-making skills, including identifying trends and developing actionable strategies.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Conflict management skills and sound judgment in difficult or stressful situations.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills across varied audiences.
Ability to establish trust through honest and forthcoming actions and communication.
Leadership and influence skills, including motivating, coaching, developing, and influencing others toward shared goals.
Strong supervisory skills.
Systematic, fact-based problem-solving skills.
Project and time-management skills, including prioritizing and managing complex projects under deadlines.
Teamwork and collaboration skills across departments and functions.

Nice To Haves

Pharmacy practice background preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for the spiritual and professional development of pharmacy students.
Provide administrative oversight for student organizations and their activities.
Oversee the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of student programming, including orientation, leadership development activities, Lunch & Learn programs, community outreach initiatives, chapel programming, and workship programs.
Guide student leaders in organizing 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, including advisor development and training.
Lead All-School Assemblies and other school-sponsored student events.
Oversee the selection, development, and support of student delegates.
Oversee the annual review and maintenance of the pharmacy student Policies and Procedures handbook, ensuring behavioral and professional standards are clearly communicated and monitored.
Coordinate student support services with University departments and facilitate access to wellness, counseling, spiritual life, campus safety, and other resources.
Maintain a faculty appointment and contribute to the pharmacy curriculum by coordinating and teaching 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).
Serve as the primary liaison to and advisor for the PBA Pre-Pharmacy Society and collaborate with admissions to generate interest and recruitment.
Lead the 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 Student Affairs Committee (SAC).
Supervise the Coordinator of Student Services and provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to direct reports.

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.
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.