Dean of Students, Daytona Beach Campus

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University • Daytona Beach, FL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as Dean of Students at the Daytona Beach Campus. This role provides leadership and vision for the development, implementation, and coordination of a comprehensive student affairs program, fostering a supportive and inclusive campus environment that enhances student learning, development, and engagement. The Dean of Students plays an essential role in shaping the university's student experience by providing leadership, strategic direction, and accountability for the administration, development, communication, assessment, and improvement of student services and experiences in alignment with the university and campus mission and strategic plans. The position reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Success and oversees functional areas including Housing & Residential Life, Counseling Center, Health Services, Fitness Center, Center for Faith and Spirituality, Student Engagement, Organizations, and Student Union activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of progressively responsible experience in student affairs or a related field, with significant leadership and supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience in crisis management, student conduct, and student support services.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and decision making to develop an effective team.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability in budget and resource allocation and strategic planning and a clear understanding of the academic process and its relationship to student issues.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously and to formulate and execute effective action plans.
• Ability to work well in an intense, fast-paced environment.
• Able to recognize and/or recruit talented staff.
• Expertise in diffusing and resolving conflict while remaining empathetic to all parties involved.
• Must have strong mediation skills.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness.
• Knowledge of student affairs/services programs and operations.
• Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate employees.
• Ability to analyze data that is relevant to the work of the Student Affairs Division and identify statistical trends.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, faculty, staff, and senior administration.
• Networking skills are essential.
• Recent training in leadership competencies in student affairs, especially dispute resolution, social justice and inclusion, law and policy, student conduct, and judicial affairs.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in student affairs, including Title IX, FERPA, ADA, and Clery Act compliance.

Nice To Haves

• A Doctorate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Division of Student Affairs.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and programs that support student success and well-being.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of student affairs staff.
• Manage the budget and resources allocated to student affairs programs and services.
• Serve as a key member of the university’s leadership team, contributing to institutional planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with Dean of Students at the Prescott and Worldwide campuses to ensure a seamless student affairs experience across the university.
• Advocate for student needs and interests within the university administration.
• Oversee student conduct processes and ensure fairness and consistency in disciplinary actions.
• Develop and maintain programs that promote student mental health and wellness.
• Responsible for conflict resolution and primary problem-solver for issues involving students.
• Works closely with Campus Safety, Title IX, faculty, department chairs, advisors, legal counsel, and others to resolve issues, including after hours and on weekends.
• Provide leadership and guidance when student-related crises occur and manage these crises at the campus- and individual level with discretion, and respect for students, families, and the institution.
• Foster an inclusive campus community that respects and values diversity.
• Develop programs and initiatives that promote student engagement and leadership.
• Collaborate with academic departments and other university offices to enhance the student experience.
• Oversee the development of residential life programs that support student learning and community development.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to student affairs.
• Conduct regular assessments of student services and programs to ensure they meet the needs of the student population.
• Use data to inform decision-making and improve student services.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison between students and the university administration.
• Represent the university at various functions, conferences, and meetings.

Benefits

• Up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year.
• 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
• 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree.
• Discounted tuition rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan.
• ERAU offers a 4% matching contribution to your retirement plan – with no vesting period.
• 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.

What This Job Offers

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