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Employer Watertown School District 14-4 Location Watertown, SD Closing date Jun 5, 2026
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Specialty Student & Scholar Services Position Type Dean Hours Full-time Employment Type Permanent Organization Type College / University, Government
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POSITION OVERVIEW: Lake Area Technical College (LATC) is seeking a dynamic, experienced professional focused on strong student outcomes for the Dean of Student Services. The Dean of Student Services is a key leader on campus, responsible for overseeing and enhancing a comprehensive range of student-centered programs and services that contribute to the academic success, personal development, and overall well-being of LATC’s student population.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in higher education, education administration, student services, student affairs, or a similar field is a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience. Experience in student services or related areas in higher education a plus.
- Strong understanding of operational planning, student development, policy, budget management, resource allocation, counseling practices, campus life, and needs assessments.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of professionals.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- Ability to manage and organize multiple projects and subject matter.
- Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information, in written and oral format, to students, staff, colleagues, and the general public in large or small group settings.
- Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to student services in higher education.
- Innovative approach with an ability to adapt to changing student needs and trends.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Performance Responsibilities
- Lead student service teams, including the Dual Credit Coordinator and Marketing team, to deliver a seamless student experience from recruitment through career placement.
- Provide overall direction for admissions, registration, recruiting, counseling, career services, retention, financial aid, student life, and marketing.
- Collaborate with campus leadership to align student services with institutional mission, goals, and values.
- Oversee delivery of academic advising, career counseling, and related support services.
- Develop and implement programs that promote student retention, persistence, and success.
- Create and support co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities (clubs, organizations, activities).
- Foster a vibrant, inclusive campus community that encourages engagement and involvement.
- Ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students.
- Plan and coordinate graduation, campus visits, admissions events, camps, orientation, and special events.
- Organize staff meetings and institutional events.
- Oversee development of student-focused print and digital communications. Develop processes to identify and address academic, personal, and social challenges.
- Coordinate interventions, referrals, and crisis response for students in need.
- Partner with academic departments to support student success and progression. Build relationships with external organizations to expand student opportunities and services.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations related to student services. Develop and implement policies aligned with legal requirements and best practices.
- Manage, interpret, and analyze student services data to inform strategy and improve outcomes.
- Develop and manage the Student Services budget.
- Ensure effective resource allocation and fiscal responsibility.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month administrator contract with compensation set by the Watertown School Board.
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Salary : $90,000 - $105,000