Executive Dean of Student Services
- Employer
- Cochise College
- Location
- Arizona, United States
- Salary
- $99,711.00 - $113,670.00
- Date posted
- May 21, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Deans, Executive, Other Executive
- Employment Level
- Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Cochise College is seeking a dynamic leader to direct our student services operations! This wonderful opportunity is responsible for providing leadership to enhance activities related to student recruitment and retention initiatives, student activities, residential life, financial aid and admissions, ultimately creating an outstanding student experience!
Cochise College is a public, two-year institution that serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. This beautiful county has a variety of exciting outdoor activities and community events to explore!
Position Summary: The Executive Dean of
Student Services is responsible for directing activities related to
a comprehensive district-wide student services program, including
student recruitment and retention initiatives, student activities,
residential life, financial aid and admissions.
Essential Functions: As defined under the
Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following
tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is
ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all
functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment
background screening of all employees.
This position is open until filled with priority to
applications received by July 8, 2021 at 4:00 pm AZ time.
Interested parties should complete an application on our employment
website, including a cover letter, resume, and
transcripts.
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cochisecollege/jobs/3090874/ft-executive-dean-of-student-services
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the
scope of college policies and procedures, this position:
Provides leadership and administrative oversight for student
services activities to include student success initiatives,
recruitment, marketing, admissions and retention; registration and
records; student housing; student judicial affairs; student
government; student clubs; advising and counseling; testing
services; tutoring services; financial aid; disability services;
and campus security
Provides leadership and oversight in the development or revision of
policies, procedures and operational activities related to all
facets of student services in concert with district-wide faculty,
student services staff, and administration; develops and implements
recruitment and retention plans in collaboration with program
faculty and staff district wide; ensures quality in all aspects of
the student services function
Prepares and monitors reports on student enrollment and retention
data; performs trend and needs analysis; forecasts student
enrollment and retention; ensures compliance of applicable laws,
rules and regulations; oversees activities related to student due
process/judicial proceedings; conducts investigations and hearings
on student judicial matters; serves as a Title IX investigator and
deputy coordinator
Develops, maintains and enhances partnerships between and among
student services staff, faculty and instructional staff, and
administration; maintains a student and learner-centered philosophy
and focuses student services initiatives on successful student
outcomes including enrollment, program selection, retention,
graduation, ensures students with disabilities have equal access to
services
Provides leadership and oversight for student housing, campus
security, and student union activities related to student services;
facilitates student's successful integration to college environment
via social activities, housing, campus health/safety/security and
academic assistance
Provides leadership for ensuring quality in all aspects of the
college’s instructional and student and staff development programs;
engages faculty and staff participation in support of district-wide
educational priorities; identifies unmet community needs and
recommends new initiatives to serve the educational needs of
Cochise County citizens and prepare students as lifelong
learners; recommends initiatives and provides oversight of
college efforts designed to strengthen the college’s relationships
with community-based organizations and other entities; represents
the College at local, regional, and state meetings and conferences
related to student services
Performs other related duties as assigned
General
Expectations: Employees are
expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective
and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence
in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the
comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work
harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public.
Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and
guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience
Requirements:
Master’s degree in education, teaching discipline,
counseling/student services or a related field from a regionally
accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US
Department of Education, doctorate preferred
Five years’ college-level administrative experience
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from
which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved
may be considered
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and
procedures
Knowledge of management practices and principles
Knowledge of current community education theory and practice
Knowledge of student development theory and student due process
policies/procedures
Knowledge of strategic planning and implementation
Knowledge of budget preparation, monitoring and
administration
Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices and techniques
Skill in mediation and/or conflict resolution methods
Skill in supervisory practices and techniques
Skill preparing, monitoring and maintaining budgets
Skill analyzing data and making appropriate recommendations
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to
relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure
when faced with difficult situations
Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple
projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to
detail
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to
maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive
information
Ability to analyze problems, identifies solutions, and takes
appropriate action to resolve problems using independent judgment
and decision-making processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Ability to foster district-wide partnerships to promote educational
quality
Ability to focus faculty and staff toward student learning
Ability to work effectively within a diverse, multi-cultural
setting serving a multi-campus environment
Work
Environment: Work is primarily
performed under limited supervision in an office setting with
appropriate climate controls. Travel is required. May require early
morning, evening, and weekend work.
Physical
Requirements: Essential
functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity,
ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally
and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to
lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the
human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing
are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are
met
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal
instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability
and creative problem solving skills are important
Reports to:
Executive Vice President/Provost
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