Assistant Dean of Students
Position Title: Assistant Dean of Students
Full-time 12 months
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Dean of Students for Title IX and Student Support provides strategic leadership for student-focused Title IX compliance, behavioral intervention, and student support initiatives. As a senior member of the Division of Student Development, this role oversees processes that promote a safe, equitable, and supportive campus environment while advancing institutional goals related to student success, retention, and well-being. The Assistant Dean serves as a key advisor on complex student matters and ensures alignment with federal regulations, institutional policy, and best practices.
The Assistant Dean of Students for Title IX and Student Support provides strategic leadership for student-focused Title IX compliance, behavioral intervention, and student support initiatives. As a senior member of the Division of Student Development, this role oversees processes that promote a safe, equitable, and supportive campus environment while advancing institutional goals related to student success, retention, and well-being. The Assistant Dean serves as a key advisor on complex student matters and ensures alignment with federal regulations, institutional policy, and best practices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership in Title IX Compliance
- Serve as the primary leader for student-related Title IX processes in coordination with the College’s Title IX Coordinator
- Oversee the intake, investigation, and resolution of Title IX cases, ensuring prompt, equitable, and compliant practices
- Provide expert guidance to campus stakeholders on Title IX regulations, risk mitigation, and student safety concerns
- Train and supervise staff, hearing officers, and investigators involved in Title IX processes
- Monitor and assess institutional compliance efforts and recommend policy or procedural improvements
- Maintain oversight of case documentation, reporting trends, and data-informed decision-making
Strategic Student Support & Retention
- Provide leadership for student support and case management systems, including Early Alert and behavioral intervention referrals
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with academic affairs, counseling, residence life, and other units to support student success
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives within the Division of Student Development to improve retention, persistence, and student engagement
- Oversee parent and family engagement strategies, including communication plans and educational programming
- Analyze student data and feedback to identify trends, inform planning, and enhance the student experience
Student Conduct Administration
- Serve in a senior leadership role within the student conduct system, including adjudication of complex or high-level cases
- Provide oversight of students on disciplinary probation and high-risk cases
- Ensure that conduct policies and procedures align with institutional values and legal standards
Campus Leadership & Collaboration
- Serve on divisional and campus-wide committees related to student success, safety, and compliance
- Support a campus culture of care, accountability, and inclusion
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of divisional and institutional priorities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Student Development, Higher Education, Student Affairs, Counseling, or related field required
- 3-5 years of progressive experience in student affairs, including leadership in Title IX, student conduct, or case management
- Demonstrated experience leading complex processes
- Strong knowledge of Title IX regulations, student conduct administration, and behavioral intervention practices
- Excellent judgment, conflict resolution, and crisis management skills
- Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion, fairness, and professionalism
- Strong analytical and strategic planning skills
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