Dean of Student Affairs

North Dakota University System • Mayville, WI

56d • $102,841 - $123,409

About The Position

The Dean of Student Affairs provides strategic leadership and direction in the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of non-academic programming and student services at Mayville State University. Reporting directly to the President, this position fosters a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive campus environment that promotes student engagement, well-being, and success. The Dean of Student Affairs oversees key service areas including Counseling, Student Life, Health Services, Career Services/Internships, Student Success/Disability Services, Student Retention, New Student Orientation, and Student Activities and Programming, and serves as a key member of the President's Cabinet.

Requirements

• A master's degree and at least seven years of demonstrated leadership experience within higher education or related setting.
• Knowledge of student affairs best practices, student development theory, and student retention strategies.
• Experience using data to inform practice and familiarity with student information systems and customer relationship management tools.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders, including Enrollment Center, Academic Affairs, and community partners.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership in student affairs within a higher education setting.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Student Affairs Planning
• Student Services Oversight
• Student Development and Engagement
• Academic Advising Coordination
• Compliance and Institutional Reporting
• Data Evaluation and Assessment
• Strategic Planning and Grants
• Student Retention and Success
• Budget Management
• Supervision and Staff Development
• Institutional Representation and Collaboration
• Waiver Program Oversight
• Other Duties as assigned

Benefits

• Includes: single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave.
• Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, long- term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.
• Occasional remote work possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees