Job Title

Associate Dean of Students

Department

Student Life Administration

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

85,000

Position Salary Maximum

99,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2024-07-23

Job Description Summary

The Division of Student Life at Miami University is seeking a new Associate Dean of Students who will be responsible for the daily affairs within the Office of the Dean of Students.

Job Description

The Associate Dean will be a visible and accessible campus leader who reports to the Associate Vice President and Dean of Students (AVP/DOS). The Associate Dean of Students will represent the Office of the Dean of Students at campus events when needed and serve in an on-call duty rotation. The Associate Dean of Students will serve a vital leadership role in supporting the strategic direction of the Office of the Dean of Students. They will provide support and resources to Miami students experiencing crises or issues of well-being. They will work collaboratively with all segments of the university community through education, consultation, advisement, and referrals on issues impacting student success. Lastly, the Associate Dean of Students is responsible for assisting the AVP/DOS in administering the day-to-day affairs of the Office of the Dean of Students and will serve in the Dean’s stead when needed.

Essential Duties: 

• Chair the university Care Team.

• Serve on call and respond to crisis situations according to organizational protocol, including evening and weekend work as required.

• Provide oversight and management for all Care Team cases.  Assess student needs, in collaboration with the staff of the Office of the Dean of Students  and key campus partners, and refer to university or community services as appropriate. 

• Serve as the AVP/DOS “Chief of Staff”; coordinate outreach, student success, assessment, and training efforts, with the support of the three Assistant Deans of Students. 

• Develop, lead, and supervise three Assistant Deans of Students.

• Oversee the student medical withdrawal process. 

• Develop and implement training and consultative initiatives for faculty and staff regarding support for and response to students of concern and Care Team referrals.

• Stay current on Title IX rules and policy and serve as backup to the Deputy Title IX Coordinator for students in their absence.

• Generate case management data through reporting tools; evaluate and assess accordingly. 

• Serve on divisional and institutional committees as assigned by the AVP/DOS.

• Be a visible representative for the Office of the Dean of Students at campus events and build positive relationships with students.

• Maintain active participation and engagement in relevant student affairs professional associations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, or another applicable field and at least seven years of progressive work experience.

• Experience with serving on call and responding to crises.

• Experience with behavioral intervention and care teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities?:

• A student centered philosophy of work. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Strong communication skills and an ability to work effectively and collaboratively with staff, faculty, and students.

• A proven ability to be adaptable. 

• Ability and willingness to serve in a 24/7 on-call capacity related to student emergency response, as required. Significant experience in responding to and managing student crises. Experience with behavioral intervention/care teams.

• A constructive outlook on the challenges that may arise. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Seven or more years of progressive leadership experience in student affairs and/or and higher education, preferably in the crisis and care space. 

• Experience working with senior level administrators.

• A strong understanding of higher education trends and opportunities.  

• Significant experience in responding to and managing student crises. 

• Experience with Title IX and Clery compliance requirements.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

resume/CV and cover letter

Special Instructions (if applicable)

none

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.

Diversity Statement
Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. 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 minorities, women, 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.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, or another applicable field and at least seven years of progressive work experience.

• Experience with serving on call and responding to crises.

• Experience with behavioral intervention and care teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities?:

• A student centered philosophy of work. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Strong communication skills and an ability to work effectively and collaboratively with staff, faculty, and students.

• A proven ability to be adaptable. 

• Ability and willingness to serve in a 24/7 on-call capacity related to student emergency response, as required. Significant experience in responding to and managing student crises. Experience with behavioral intervention/care teams.

• A constructive outlook on the challenges that may arise. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Seven or more years of progressive leadership experience in student affairs and/or and higher education, preferably in the crisis and care space. 

• Experience working with senior level administrators.

• A strong understanding of higher education trends and opportunities.  

• Significant experience in responding to and managing student crises. 

• Experience with Title IX and Clery compliance requirements.

About Miami University

“Miami University, a student-centered public university founded in 1809, has built its success through an unwavering commitment to liberal arts undergraduate education, with complementary quality graduate programs, and the active engagement of its students in both curricular and co-curricular life. With a student body of 16,000, Miami effectively combines a wide range of strong academic programs with faculty who love to teach and the personal attention ordinarily found only at much smaller institutions. Faculty and staff are highly valued for their contributions toward the Miami experience. Employees enjoy a competitive benefits package and stable work environment as they work to support the university’s educational mission. Miami’s main campus is located in Oxford, Ohio, 35 miles northwest of Cincinnati, with regional campuses located in Hamilton and Middletown, Ohio, and a center in Luxembourg. Known as one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation, Miami, the nation's tenth oldest public university, is recognized for its striking red brick Georgian-style architecture and tree-shaded lawns. Take a Virtual Tour from our website.”

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