Dean of Students

MISERICORDIA UNIVERSITY • Dallas, PA

21h

About The Position

In collaboration with the VPMISL and AVP, the Dean of Students provides strategic leadership for the developmental and operational aspects of student life, emphasizing student well-being, community standards, and holistic development. This position will supervise several departments to ensure that programming, resources, and services facilitate student development and student success. As a member of Mission Integration and Student Life, the Dean of Students will support underrepresented student populations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, Counseling, or related field required.
• Seven to ten years of experience in increasingly responsible and professional roles related to student affairs.
• Experience with judicial affairs and disciplinary protocols.
• Demonstrated crisis management skills.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, manage crisis situations and utilize creative and timely problem-solving skills with flexibility for efficient resolution.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of established professional codes of ethics and best practices for Student Affairs professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience with student support in areas that report to the position such as Campus Life, Counseling Center and/or Health and Wellness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the developmental and operational aspects of student life, emphasizing student well-being, community standards, and holistic development.
• Supervise several departments to ensure that programming, resources, and services facilitate student development and student success.
• Support underrepresented student populations as a member of Mission Integration and Student Life.

What This Job Offers

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