Assistant Dean of Student Involvement and Success

POSITION CODE: 6913 DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: Student Involvement and Success APPOINTMENT: Administrative, Full-time, Twelve (12) months SALARY RANGE: $64,480 - $81,000 annually, pro-rated HIRING RANGE: The anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
INTRODUCTORY PERIOD: 1 year BENEFITS OVERVIEW: BROCHURE AVAILABLE: ASAP POSTING DATE: November 7, 2023 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled, Apply Immediately Definition of Classification: The Assistant Dean of Student Involvement and Success (ADSIS) will serve as a team-focused leader within the Division of Student Affairs.
This position is expected to establish a programmatic vision and administrative direction leading the ongoing development and delivery of a comprehensive, vibrant, and robust student involvement and engagement strategy guided by best practice, the University’s mission, and strategic plan, as well as data-informed retention and persistence priorities.
Reporting to the Dean of Students, this position will supervise three assistant directors, and a Greek Life coordinator, whose collective portfolios include New Student Orientation, Student Government, the oversite of recognized clubs and organizations, a Campus Activities Board, and Campus Traditions, Outdoor Programs, Recreation, First-Year Journeys, and Greek Life.
This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as well as the ability to travel, as required.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Leadership Cultivates a dynamic, experiential, and student-centered environment that provides a model of excellence for student engagement and involvement for the College of Arts and Sciences.
Leads efforts to develop and deliver a robust, engaging, and meaningful New Student Orientation experience in response to and in support of the diverse needs of students, families and supporters, in collaboration with stakeholders from across campus.
Serves as a mentor and role model for professional staff, and graduate assistants, as well as students, particularly those who engage in the areas for which the SDSIS is responsible.
Engages, supports, and, as appropriate, leads the delivery of strategic planning initiatives with support from Student Affairs leadership and relevant campus partners.
Supports the embedding of diversity, equity, and inclusion within all student engagement opportunities; establishes a collaborative partnership with colleagues in the Office of Inclusion and Community to meet this goal with a particular focus on elevating opportunities for meaningful dialogue and diverse engagement.
Serves as a consultant and thought partner in support of campus stakeholders, and event planning process, including a role in the Commencement planning team.
Supports a Campus Activities Board (CAB) that will inform decision-making, support the delivery of campus traditions, and guide the development of a comprehensive programming schedule, as well as the execution of those programs; CAB will also aid in the development and modification of current policy and/or practice.
Administrative Develops material and facilitates processes for the successful onboarding, training, and professional development of direct reports.
Communicates effectively with all members of the team (including student leaders) via regularly scheduled meetings.
Assumes fiduciary responsibility for all accounts within the ADSIS portfolio, manages and directs human resource expectations, and holds team members accountable, as appropriate.
In collaboration with colleagues in Information Technology Services (ITS), guides the implementation of a student organization data management system, to include a shared virtual community space for student organizations.
Leads efforts to develop a comprehensive annual programming calendar, to include weekend events, for Fall and Spring terms by August 1, and December 1, respectively.
In collaboration with the Division’s Communications Coordinator, develops and publishes a student organization resources webpage; creates a communication strategy matrix applicable across the Division that informs how each type of program or service will be marketed; develops and implements a student recognition strategy that promotes student engagement and sense of belonging; reintroduces Bulldog Nation bi-weekly update.
Takes the lead on efforts to refine and improve new student onboarding, including orientation efforts for the various student populations, as well as the broader first-year experience, to include first-year journeys.
Develops, implements, and assesses a training program for recognized student organizations focused on self-governance, effective fiscal management, collaborative learning, ethical leadership, exploration of diversity, and service to the University community and ultimately, society at large.
In collaboration with the Director of Community Standards and, as appropriate, the Greek Life Coordinator, supports the Code of Community Standards processes to include supporting investigation process and protocol, coordinating meetings with students, and assisting with compliance accountability throughout the community standards process.
Develop and implement a process for assessing learning outcomes associated with training, events, and leadership activities.
Maintain and track program participation data and other important data points.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications Guidelines Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following: Experience/Training/Education: Required Master's degree.
Previous professional Student Affairs and/or Student Activities experience.
Strong verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform under pressure, relate positively to people, and to motivate others to function as a fully participative member of a team.
Working knowledge of student support service units that work closely with Greek Life.
Strong problem solving and conflict mediation abilities, able to interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions, and project consequences of various alternative courses of action.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and a thorough knowledge of department and campus policies, procedures, and practices.
Understanding of FERPA student records privacy regulations and other federal regulations applicable to campus housing departments.
Demonstrated capacity to create, interpret and enforce procedures and policies.
Ability to carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions.
Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving Note: Out-of-state licenses are valid until appointment.
A valid California Class “C” driver’s license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (in accordance with CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
Preferred Strong budget acumen.
Interest in risk management.
Experience delivering holistic student care.
Demonstrated skills in leadership, hiring and supervision, group facilitation, advising, training, programming, community development, conduct processes, mediation, and crisis intervention.
Knowledge and Skills: Strong knowledge of intergroup relations and conflict resolution practices.
Working knowledge of state and federal legal issues related to higher education and greek life.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including giving presentations and interacting with diverse populations.
Effective and compassionate communicator with students, parents, guardians or family, and others.
Effective organizational skills, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple priorities.
Ability to supervise, develop and mentor.
High skill level in making responsible, informed decisions in the moment.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain neutrality and confidentiality when faced with differences or hostility.
Commitment to professional ethics.
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive situations.
Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.
Ability to facilitate cooperation through discussion and consensus-building.
Strong organizational skills in handling, directing, and prioritizing multiple and complex assignments/projects and maintaining records.
Effective supervisory, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to recommend appropriate courses of action within established guidelines.
Ability to foster strong, positive relationships and align both internal and external resources to achieve university objectives.
Ability to exercise discretion and work with confidentiality.
Must be able to competently interact with a culturally and ethnically diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Working Conditions: Standard office and field setting.
Duties performed are primarily in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings.
At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.
This position requires flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as well as the ability to travel, as required.
Physical Demands: Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; stoop or kneel or crouch to file; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
TO APPLY: A resume/CV and cover letter are required.
In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, if selected for the interview process and accommodations are needed, please call (909) 748-8040.
If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact us at (909) 748-8040 to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
HIRING RANGE: The anticipated hiring range is near or at the minimum of the classification, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
The University of Redlands is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.
This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position.
Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience.
The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is defined as the Hiring Range.
Placement within the Hiring Range is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment.
The University will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.
Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current employee who was conditionally offered the position.
DRIVER'S LICENSE CHECK: Possession of a valid Driver's License is required for certain positions.
Employees in positions that require a valid Driver’s License will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.
PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMS: For certain positions typically in Public Safety, Facilities, Athletics, and Information Technology Services departments, employment is contingent upon a candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Public Safety Officers, in addition to a pre-employment physical exam, will also be required to pass a psychological evaluation.
INFORMATION REGARDING COVID-19: New employees are required to submit proof of having received the full course dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or submit an exemption request for medical or religious reasons within sixty (60) days from your date of hire.
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