Dean of Students
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Dean of Students
Full Time Administrator (Level 19)
Salary Range: $98,000 - $111,000 (Annual salary is commensurate with experience.)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Associate Vice-President of Student Services
This position is open until filled. Review of applications will take place after Sunday, December 1, 2024.
- This position has college-wide responsibilities and requires travel between all campuses and off-site locations. The primary office location will be the Blue Bell campus.
**This position requires the PA Child Abuse, PA State Police, anf FBI Fingerprinting clearances prior to the first day start.
**This position has been approved for a flexible work option arrangement. Flexible work options can be ended at any time by the College, Cabinet, and/or supervisors based on employee performance and/or as institutional needs change.
Basic Purpose:
The Dean of Students designs, leads, and regularly assesses the holistic student experience for all students. The Dean of Students leads College-wide retention initiatives for all students and delivers student engagement experiences aligned to the College’s Strategic Enrollment Plan. The Dean of Students works in collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Student Services, the Executive Director of Enrollment Services, the Director of Advising and with college colleagues across all units to deliver innovative and integrated student success and support initiatives. This position has College-wide responsibilities and requires travel to multiple locations, evening, and weekend responsibilities, and provides holistic vision, leadership, and oversight for Athletics, Student Life, Wellness Services, Veteran Services, and Judicial Affairs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Innovate and lead college student retention and completion efforts in collaboration with departments across the College to enhance the student experience and drive success.
- Strategically guide and develop holistic student support services; develop integrated/aligned approach for, and oversee implementation and assessment of, support services for current, underserved, and new students, including new student on-boarding experience.
- Lead development of, and oversee delivery/implementation for, the integrated student services and programming experience for engaging, holistic wellness, and support strategies for students, in alignment with other Engagement and Student Experience units.
- Conduct regular assessments of program services, by establishing and reviewing key performance indicators that will guide program planning and development which will inform the design and implementation of a comprehensive student holistic support program.
- Provide leadership and oversight of student support and programming areas, including supervision of Director of Athletics, Director of Student Life, Director of Wellness Services and Manager of Veteran Services, in coordination with above to develop and deliver holistic student support and engagement initiatives.
- In conjunction with the Associate Vice President, manages budget planning and fiscal oversight for student programs.
- In coordination with Enrollment Marketing and Enrollment Services, deliver a holistic support and resources communication strategy to the College and community.
- Represent Student Services at College and external partner activities and ensure participation by other student services staff.
- Lead supervisory oversight for Student Code of Conduct and/or the investigation of student and/or faculty complaints and potential discipline incidents assuring compliance with all required policy and/or regulatory elements.
- Ensure engagement with Academic Affairs to implement student-oriented programs, curricular and support services, and class schedule protocols which support student success and retention.
- Collaborate and provide support regarding the College’s student success communication strategy including the portal, web site, and printed materials for dissemination to the College community.
- Support activities and coordinate participation by staff in support of the College’s programs and initiatives.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Training/Work Experience:
- Masters degree required.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in higher education within student services and/or student enrollment services field in a post-secondary institution or related area, including supervision of professional staff and budget experience, preferably in a community college setting.
- Demonstrated experience and commitment to leadership development as well as managing and developing all levels of personnel in a complex, dynamic and fast-paced higher education environment. Demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to collaboration. Demonstrated experience managing and leading a team through change.
- Understanding of and passion for the community college philosophy and mission.
- Demonstrated experience in project management of scalable institution-wide initiatives.
- Demonstrated experience in collecting and analyzing and reporting statistical data to inform decision making and organize presentations to individuals and groups.
- Extensive experience in a student services environment, and a strong commitment to customer service with students, colleagues, and community partners. A commitment to innovation and student satisfaction in delivering services.
- Appreciation for and demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality related to student information.
- Experience in supporting grants, reporting and compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of comprehensive student databases and proficiency with and in using technology, including Microsoft Office applications, student information systems, CRM, email as well as familiarity with federal, state, and intuitional aid programs and regulations
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities, and critical thinking skills. Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Specialized Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong leadership though setting an example to the College, community, and our students with approaches that gain the respect of direct reports and colleagues.
- A results-oriented leader who anticipates and communicates future needs and goals.
- A strong student advocate and a strong team leader.
- Commitment to student success through access, progression, completion, and career placement or transfer outcomes.
- Passionate about the importance of community college leadership.
- Possess strong personal qualities of honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, and creativity.
- Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain positive relationships.
Montgomery County Community College is committed to assuring equal opportunity to all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), ancestry, national origin, age (40 or older), affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender presentation, veteran’s status, marital status or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable statutes. Inquiries concerning Title IX relating to equal opportunity on the basis of sex should be referred to: Title IX Coordinator, Mikiba W. Morehead, Ed.D., TNG, LLC, at titleixcoordinator@mc3.edu. All other equal opportunity inquiries, including those based upon disability, should be referred to: The Director of Equity, Diversity & Belonging, at 504@mc3.edu or 215-619-7383.
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