Assistant Dean of Students - Student Life Associate Dean of Students

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Summary
The Assistant Dean of Students is a key member of the Dean of Students (DOS) team as they coordinate cross-functional efforts related to student crises, student/parental concerns, emergency needs, and student outreach. The Assistant Dean of Students reports directly to the Associate Dean of Students. This role supports the needs of all students, with an emphasis on residential students. The Assistant Dean of Students will support students facing various crises and challenges, including mental health issues, academic difficulties, and adjustment problems. The Assistant Dean also advises faculty and staff on student success concerns, represents the office at campus events, and serves on-call duty. The Assistant Dean is expected to maintain sound policies and practices that are compliant with relevant laws and guidance documents and inform senior administration of critical incidents. The successful candidate will be student-centered and passionate about fostering student growth, learning, and success. The candidate of choice will be intrinsically motivated, able to thrive in an autonomous yet supportive environment, and be able to deliver professionalism with compassion.

Job Description
Essential Duties: 

• Coordinate the Student Emergency Support case management in partnership with six departments across all Miami campuses. 
• Act as a liaison with campus partners, community members, and parents seeking support from the Office of the Dean of Students. Manage a caseload and maintain frequent student contact to address challenges related to physical or mental health, finances, and social adjustment, utilizing various interventions, referrals, and follow-up resources. Collaborate with other DOS team members to enhance the office's visibility, training, and outreach. A core responsibility of the Assistant Dean is to advance the office's mission of fostering student advocacy, support, and care. May serve as a member of the core CARE Team (Student of Concern Response Team).
• Coordinate and manage student of concern cases through the full support cycle, working with the Associate Dean of Students and CARE team members to develop individualized intervention plans and conduct appropriate follow up including connecting the impacted/concerned student(s) to campus or community resources. 
• Provide guidance to and collaborate with campus partners engaged in student support to ensure continuity of care. 
• Review and maintain accurate case records in Maxient. 
• Coordinate the initial and return phases of the medical withdrawal process (conduct form review and case creation utilizing the Maxient case management system); and provide student consultation sessions when requested. 
• Assist in coordination of the office assessment plan, incorporating departmental, divisional, and University outcomes, and reporting data as assigned. 
• Participate in the Office of the Dean of Students outreach efforts and co-facilitate office training programs. 
• Respond to walk-in and phone calls for student advocacy. 
• Assist with larger special event functions from the Division of Student Life.
• Represent the ODOS at various evening and weekend events throughout the academic year. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• A Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, counseling, social work, or another appropriate field of graduate study. 
• By the position start date, at least three years of post-graduate professional experience in a student affairs functional area in higher education, or related experience. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Three to five years of experience working within a division of student affairs, preferably with some experience in a DOS office, or/and in a case management capacity. 
• Experience with providing administrative oversight and supervision. 
• On-call crisis response experience. 
• Documented record of initiating proactive strategies that enhance retention and contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed. Ability to work on-call hours. ?
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant laws such as Title IX, Clery Act, Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (Campus SaVE) Act, and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). 
• Excellent interpersonal communication, crisis response, and conflict management skills. 

 

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to balance multiple obligations in an efficient and effective way, remain professional and compassionate during emotionally charged situations, and work as an integral member of a supportive team. 
• Computer literacy skills, specifically using Maxient software. 
• Strong ability to document, track, and manage cases through to resolution. 
• A demonstrated understanding of conduct and alternative dispute resolution (mediation, restorative justice, and/or facilitated dialogue) processes. 

 

 

Required Application Documents

Cover letter, resume/CV- resume/CV needs to indicate at least three years of post-graduate experience in student affairs functional area in higher education or related experience.

 

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

 

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

 

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

 

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

 

Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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