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Job Title: Dean of Student Development and Engagement
Division/Department: Student Affairs	Location: Main Campus
Reports to: Executive Vice President	Position Number:

Position Type: Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours worked Per Week:

Approximately 40

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dean of Student Development and Engagement ensures that the overall Student Affairs philosophy, policies, and procedures align with the University's strategic plan and provide a responsive, high-quality, out-of-classroom student experience that engages every student through the experience of being known, valued, and challenged.
The Dean provides forward-thinking and strategic leadership for a holistic, multidisciplinary approach in support of student development and engagement, including administrative oversight, support, and leadership for the areas of Health Services, Residential Housing, Dining Services, Student Life, Student Leadership, Student Organization, Student Services, Campus Safety, Community Service, Community Outreach, and Spiritual Formation. The Dean reports to the Executive Vice-President (EVP) of the University.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop, oversee, and support student-centered programs and services to complement the institution's academic mission, including but not limited to student activities, student leadership opportunities, spiritual formation programming, equity programming, student clubs and organizations, etc.
Develop strategies to engage students in opportunities outside the classroom that support their personal, social, and intellectual development by partnering with stakeholders across campus to support student engagement.
Establish standards and management practices to ensure the quality and contemporary validity of all student development and engagement programs, including overseeing program reviews and other means of assessment.
Develop and interpret policies that govern student engagement outside the classroom, including student conduct, community standards and values, residential and event policies and procedures, and policies defining the relationship of student organizations to the University.
Provide direct assistance to students with concerns/grievances and students experiencing personal circumstances.
Partner across the University to provide support and advocacy for students experiencing barriers to academic success.
Ensure a fair and equitable conduct process for all students by reviewing reports of student misconduct cases that require disciplinary action to ensure recommendations conform to University policy.
Work closely with student leadership as an advisor, mentor, and advocate, including serving as advisor to the MACU Student Government.
Help establish a student culture where diversity is encouraged, and students learn to respect differences, take responsibility for their actions, and exercise leadership.
Responsible for the communication of University policies and procedures pertaining to students and student activities, including internal judicial and disciplinary procedures,
the Student Handbook, and other documents.
Collaborate with key stakeholders throughout the University on critical retention and persistent strategies and initiatives for the different student populations.
Responsible for administering the process of complete withdrawal from the University.
Oversee resource allocations for all areas of responsibility, including regular review and reallocation of resources according to strategic priorities and identified needs.
Work with the EVP to develop a multi-year housing occupancy strategy and plans to be used in campus-wide revenue goals.
Work with the EVP to develop a multi-year enrollment strategy based on new enrollment and retention goals for the different student populations.
Lead and develop highly productive teams demonstrating high levels of functional expertise and a deep understanding of MACUs core purpose, mission, vision, values, and strategy.
Lead by having a strong presence on campus, particularly with the student body, by attending and presenting at student-centered events.
Model an atmosphere of respect, caring, collective engagement, inclusive excellence, accountability, and personal growth.
Serve as a member of the key committees within the University to ensure programming supports the persistence, graduation, and meaningful work goals of our students.
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to introduce new students and families to MACU.
Collaborate with various university stakeholders to respond to emergency and crisis incidents.
Collaborate with other senior officials of the institution to identify and address critical issues impacting the Universitys mission, vision, and strategic direction.
Serve as an ambassador for the University with alumni, parents, students, neighbors, community leaders, and professional staff.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate should possess the following:

Proven leadership in a complex organizational setting, preferably within a college/university environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues affecting student services in higher education.
Demonstrated commitment to creating an environment of diversity and inclusion;
Working knowledge of activities that focus on the assessment of student learning and development;
Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines related to higher education.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Christian educational philosophy and student development.
Ability to coordinate the divisions service programs with other departments and offices so as to be responsive to the needs of a diverse student population.
Proven ability to build meaningful relationships with students and colleagues.
Ability to be seen as an essential team member and active partner with faculty, staff, students, and families.
Ability to supervise and evaluate assigned staff while building a highly effective working team.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to interpret and apply college policies and procedures; ability to resolve issues, resulting in mutual respect and tolerance for varying points of view.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize administrative applications of information technology.
Significant leadership and management experience in complex higher education environments, including strong financial and budget management skills.
Ability to articulate and model the MACUs mission, vision, and values

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree required, preferably in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs Administration, or a related field. A terminal degree is preferred.
A progressive record of achievement, working within student development and/or student affairs.
Seven to ten years of similar administrative and supervisory experience.
Successful experience working with both traditional and nontraditional student populations is required.
Understanding of the Wesleyan theological perspective is preferred.
Successful experience working in a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and/or Minority Serving Institution (MSI) is also preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are representative to those required for successful performance in this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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