Dean of Students Job Description

The Dean of Students is an administrator at a university who is responsible for the disciplinary and student life functions of the school.

The Dean of Students typically wears a suit and tie and is the head of a department within the university.

The Dean of Students typically oversees the punishment of students that violate university rules.

In addition, the Dean of Students is in charge of overseeing student life, which includes the student activities, dormitories, and student government.

The Dean of Students is responsible for maintaining a cordial relationship between student life and the university, and that relationship needs to be maintained in order for students to be successful in the college environment.

The Dean of Students also keeps tabs on students’

Job Brief

We’re looking for a new Dean of Students to help lead our campus community.

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Dean of Students Duties

• Develop, implement, and oversee student disciplinary procedures
• Provide guidance and counsel to students
• Provide advice, counsel, and assistance to the students to ensure their success
• Ensure that students are kept informed of their academic progress
• Coordinate scheduling of classes, orientations, and registration
• Incorporate new ideas into existing programs
• Develop strategies and programs to increase enrollment
• Maintain records for disciplinary issues and attendance

Dean of Students Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive strategies and programs designed to assess, maintain, and improve the college experience, with an emphasis on academics
• Engage in campus, district and state affairs, and represent CCC at internal and external meetings and events
• Supervise and document administrative activities of the Office of Student Development
• Ensure compliance of CCC with state and federal regulations, governance policies, and contracts
• Provide leadership for the Student Affairs division of the college
• Cooperate with student clubs, student government, and other campus organizations
• Conduct campus-wide planning, development, evaluation, and assessment of programs, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate implementation of student access and equity initiatives
• Maintain student records, including enrollment, student counseling, registration, and financial aid
• Maintain student discipline and conduct policies
• Manage the student financial aid office

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in education, student affairs, or related field
• 5+ years experience in student affairs, higher education, or student development
• Knowledge of both state and federal laws that govern student affairs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

At [Company Name], we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to building a strong team. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, religions, nationalities, genders, gender expressions, and ages. We are committed to creating a team that is inclusive of everyone.

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